What Is The Meaning of HBCU?

HBCUS are historically black college and universities founded before 1964 with the principal mission of educating African Americans. Many prominent African Americans attended and graduated from HBCUS. Many movements and organizations started on HBCU campuses.

How Many HBCUS Are There in the United States?

There are 107 HBCUS in the United States of America. Most are in the southeast part of the country, with some HBCUS as far north as Ohio, Pennsylvania and Michigan and as far south as the Virgin Islands. There were even more HBCUS over the years but some have closed or merged with other Universities.

Can White Students Attend an HBCU?

Yes. Not only can white students attend HBCUS, There are predominantly white HBCUS. Bluefield State College and West Virginia State University are predominantly white historically black colleges and universities.

What is The #1 HBCU In The Country?

For the last few years, Spelman College in Atlanta, GA has been ranked the number one HBCU by US News. The average Spelman applicant has a 3.8 GPA and an average SAT score of 1203.