Positively Promoting the Nation's Historically Black Colleges & Universities

List of HBCUs 

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More than 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities exist- in both northern and southern states and the Caribbean.

Top HBCU Stories

Positive news about the nation's HBCUs

Some of the most newsworthy stories about Historically Black Colleges and Universities and their alumni.

Featured HBCU

Learn about one of the nation's Historically Black colleges

Get the facts about an HBCU- its history, academics, alumni and special programs.

HBCU Legends

Who's Who Among HBCU Alumni

Historically Black Colleges & Universities have produced successful individuals in every field.

Affordable Private HBCUs 

Many private HBCUs have been recognized as some of the most affordable colleges in the nation. 

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Out-of-State Waivers

HBCUs that offer out of state tuition waivers-and the requirements for getting a waiver

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Online Programs at HBCUs

Nearly 1/3 of HBCUs offer online degree programs and many more offer online courses.

Working to Pay for an HBCU

These 24 HBCUs keep tuition low enough for students to be able to work their way through college.

UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, more than $100million in scholarships is awared to students at more than 1,100 schools across the country.

Learn more about the scholarships offered by the Tom Joyner Foundation and all of the great work being done to support students at HBCUs.

The WFF provides scholarships and programs to students attending HBCUs. Award recipients demonstrate the hard work, commitment and perseverance necessary to attain their highest academic potential.