Author: Lakisha Thompson

Historically Black Colleges and Universities have played an intrinsic role in building our country. Since the 19th Century, HBCUs have produced some of our most talented and well-known artists, scientists, and academics while equipping tens of thousands of students with the tools they need to make their dreams come true. We explore the histories, campuses,…

Higher education was nearly inaccessible to African Americans before the Civil War. Then, the second Morrill Land Grant Act of 1890 pressured colleges that received government funding to provide education for black people. Thus, significantly more Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Texas were established over the following years. Some of the oldest and highest-ranking…

Finding the right college can feel like one of the most important decisions you’ll make. When you think about it, it’s true. You’re going to enroll in an institution that prepares you for a career and for society in general. So, choosing a college that values what you value might really transform your future. That…

Whether they are successful entrepreneurs or accomplished poets, HBCUs allow black students to reach their goals and dreams through the procurement of quality education. Between 2019 and 2020 alone, 48,200 graduates received degrees from HBCUs. Georgia is neck and neck with Texas for the third-highest number of HBCUs in the nation, behind North Carolina and…

There are 101 accredited Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) operating throughout 19 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Louisiana has the privilege of hosting seven of these highly impactful higher education institutions. Each HBCU in Louisiana in this list has been included because they excel in offering the highest financial…

Several HBCUs are scattered around the United States and are sacred grounds for culture. Alongside unity and prosperity for those in attendance, an HBCU can provide college students with a sense of community and structure – without oppression or social anxieties that can come from feeling out of place. There is a long and challenging…

Perhaps you’re searching for a college to attend for the next four years. Or maybe you’re curious about what California has to offer regarding HBCUs. Then you’ve come to the right place. We’ll talk more about what exactly HBCUs are and elaborate on the only HBCU in California, the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine…

Are you thinking of attending an HBCU in Maryland? Or maybe you want to conduct further research before deciding on a college. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll discuss the top four historically black colleges and universities in Maryland. You can then decide if one of these suits your needs well before…

Whether it’s the rapidly transforming cities, natural beauty, or strategic location within the United States, there are many things to love about Ohio. If you’re looking for a historically black college or university (HBCU) Ohio has two great institutions to discover. Both of these colleges contrast widely, so continue reading to discover the best Ohio…

Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are nationwide. Many of the over 100 schools that fit this category are in the Southeast United States. Alabama is home to more HBCUs than any other state in the Union. HBCUs consist of both private and public establishments founded before 1964. They offer both four-year and two-year degrees….

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have been a key part of Black American history since they were first established in 1837. Some of the United States’ most iconic and recognizable Black figures have come out of the HBCU system, including Langston Hughes, Roberta Flack, and Thurgood Marshall.

Atlanta has been a pivotal landmark in black history and the civil rights movement, and many of its leaders are alumni of the city’s highly acclaimed Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Most of the top HBCUs in Atlanta are conveniently located in the same area near downtown, at the historic Atlanta University Center Consortium…

HBCUs, which stands for historically black colleges and universities, are an integral part of the U.S. education system. To be considered an HBCU, an accredited college or university has to have been established prior to 1964 and have a primary focus on supporting the education of black Americans specifically. However, non-black Americans can attend HBCUs…

If you’re looking into colleges for yourself or somebody around you, you’ll probably come across HBCUs as an option. If you don’t know what they are or their history, you could potentially lose out on a great option for Black students in the US. So read on to learn more about HBCU, their history and…