Huston-Tillotson University (HTU), Huston–Tillotson University is a historically black university in Austin, Texas, United States. The school is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund.
Contact Admissions
Phone: 512.505.3160
Fax: 512.505.3192
Location: Agard-Lovinggood Building, 2nd Floor
Jarvis Christian College is nestled in the heart of the Piney Woods of East Texas. Jarvis Christian College (JCC) is a small, private, historically black college that has been making a big impact since its founding in 1912. With a mission to provide a transformative educational experience that empowers students to become leaders and change-makers in their communities, JCC offers a diverse range of academic programs in fields such as education, business, natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities. Through its commitment to service, JCC prepares its students to make a positive impact on the world, with a focus on social justice, sustainability, and civic engagement. With a tight-knit community and a supportive learning environment, JCC is a hidden gem in the world of higher education, producing graduates who go on to make a difference in their fields and in the world at large.
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Phone: 903-730-4890
Paul Quinn College (PQC) is a private, liberal arts institution located in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1872 by a group of African Methodist Episcopal Church preachers, PQC is the oldest HBCU west of the Mississippi River. Paul Quinn College is one of only ten colleges in the United States that operates on a work college model. This means that all students are required to work at least ten hours a week in various campus jobs to help cover their tuition and other expenses. In 2010, Paul Quinn College transformed its football field into a working farm. The program was initiated by the school’s president, Michael Sorrell, as a way to address issues of food insecurity in the surrounding community. The farm now produces fresh produce that is sold to local residents, restaurants, and grocery stores. Paul Quinn College is committed to promoting entrepreneurship among its students. The school’s business program offers a unique “Edu-preneurship®” curriculum that combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in starting and running a business. PQC is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and offers intercollegiate sports programs in basketball, cross-country, track and field, and volleyball.
Office of Enrollment Management
3837 Simpson Stuart Road, Dallas, Texas 75241
Adams Building, Ste. 200
Phone: 214.379.5449
Fax: 214.379.5448
Email: admissions@pqc.edu
Hours: Monday through Friday,
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or by appointment
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is located in Prairie View, Texas. PVAMU was founded in 1876 as the Alta Vista Agriculture and Mechanical College of Texas for Colored Youth. Prairie View A&M University is a land-grant institution, which means it was established under the Morrill Act of 1862 to provide education in agriculture, science, and engineering. PVAMU is home to the world-renowned “Marching Storm” marching band, which has performed at prestigious events such as the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Rose Bowl Parade, and the Super Bowl. Prairie View has a partnership with NASA and is the only HBCU in the country to have a research center located on a NASA facility. The university’s Cooperative Research Center for Minorities in Engineering and Sciences conducts research in areas such as renewable energy, materials science, and aerospace engineering.
Physical Address: 700 University Drive, Prairie View, Texas 77446
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 519 – Prairie View, Texas 77446
Southwestern Christian College (SWCC) was estabished in 1948 in Terrell, Texas. SWCC is a private HBCU that was originally named Southern Bible Institute. SWCC became accredited in 1973. SWCC participates in volleyball, basketball, and track. The mascot is the Ram and the colors are white and blue.
Address
200 Bowser Circle,
Terrell, TX 75160-4812 |(972) 524-3341 107
St. Phillip’s College is the only HBCU in San Antonio, Texas. Established in 1898, St. Phillip’s is the westernmost HBCU in the United States. St. Phillip’s is open admission and offers over 200 internet classes.
MLK Campus
1801 Martin Luther King Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78203
SW Campus
800 Quintana Road
San Antonio, Texas 78211
Texas College was founded in 1894. Their model is ‘Give The People Light, and They Will Find Their Way.’ They have a $3.2 million endowment, 972 students and their mascot is the Steers. Texas College’s official colors are purple and gold. Texas College has all of the divine nine organizations except for Iota Phi Theta Fraternity.
Location:
2404 North Grand Avenue
Tyler, TX 75702
800-306-6299
Texas Southern University (TSU) is the alma mater of Barbara Jordan, Megan Thee Stallion and Michael Strahan. Texas Southern University became famous in 1976 when it hosted the first televised debate between Jimmy Carter and Gerald Ford. The debate was moderated by Barbara Walters and drew a record-breaking audience of over 90 million viewers. TSU is home to one of the best law schools in the state, Thurgood Marshall School of Law. The school is named after the first African American Supreme Court Justice and produces top-notch lawyers who go on to fight for justice in all corners of the country.
Location:
3100 Cleburne Street, Houston, TX 77004
Phone: 713-313-7011
Wiley College is a private HBCU located in Marshall, Texas. It was established in 1873. One of the most notable accomplishments of Wiley College is its debate team, which became famous for defeating the University of Southern California’s debate team in 1935. The story of the team was depicted in the movie “The Great Debaters,” which starred Denzel Washington. Wiley College’s campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with several buildings dating back to the 19th century. The campus is a beautiful example of late Victorian architecture and includes buildings such as the Administration Building and the Chapel.
Location:
711 Wiley Ave. Marshall, TX 75670.
903.927.3300.
