Ivy Tech Community College, established in 1963, has evolved into a comprehensive community college system with a focus on workforce development and university transfer. By 2012, Ivy Tech-Bloomington increased enrollment from 2,663 to 6,200 students and expanded its budget from $6.3 million in 2002 to $25 million. The college also emphasizes entrepreneurship and community engagement, contributing over $2 million to the local economy through volunteerism and service learning.