Ranks third after the State’s two public four-year institutions
Austin, Texas – September 13, 2024 – In a recent listing of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) Huston-Tillotson University (HT) was listed as the number 1 private HBCU in Texas by HBCU Colleges. HT, the first institution of higher education established in Austin, ranked third overall, trailing behind the state’s only two public HBCUs – Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University.
HT President Melva K. Wallace expressed her pride in the designation, stating that “this recognition underlines the dedication of the university’s faculty, staff, and students.” She emphasized that the accolade highlights the university’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and leadership within the historically Black college and university (HBCU) community.
“We continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in education, while remaining focused on social responsibility, sustainability, and student empowerment,” Wallace said. “Our mission drives us forward, as we continue to set new standards of academic excellence and social responsibility.”
Huston-Tillotson University, the first institution of higher education in Austin, Texas, has roots dating back to 1875. HT is an independent, church-related, historically black, four-year liberal arts institution located on a 23-acre tree-lined campus near downtown in East Austin. Huston-Tillotson University’s mission is a faith-based historically black college and university (HBCU) nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas. The institution provides a robust liberal arts and STEM education through market-driven certifications, associate, baccalaureate, master’s degrees, and centers of excellence. HT remains committed to its legacy of educating a mosaic community of learners while cultivating innovative leaders who are dedicated to academic excellence and service. The University offers associate and master’s degrees in addition to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in more than 19 areas of study. Huston-Tillotson University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees. HT is also an NC-SARA school. For more information, please visit www.htu.edu.