Historically Black Colleges and Universities
There are 9 Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) operating in Texas.
- Huston-Tillotson University
- Jarvis Christian College
- Paul Quinn College
- Prairie View A&M University
- Southwestern Christian College
- St. Philip's College
- Texas College
- Texas Southern University
- Wiley College
Defunct HBCUs:
- Bishop College (closed in 1988; site is the current home of Paul Quinn College)
- Guadalupe College (closed in 1936 after fire destroyed main building)
Read more about this topic: List Of Colleges And Universities In Texas
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