2 Howard University
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Howard U is a private research school. It offers programs in over 120 areas, across 13 schools and colleges. Howard is well known for its STEM programs and its law school. (The first African American Supreme Court Justice was a grad from Howard!) The school serves students based on the motto, Truth and Service. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. 

Undergrad Admissions

To apply to Howard, you must submit your transcript, GPA, and SAT/ACT scores. Recommendations are required. And, you must have gone through a college prep program. Other requirements may apply.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Biology, Public Relations, Health and Wellness, Psychology

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $31,050
Grad: $36,022

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
99% Get, Avg. Amt. $20,063
Federal Loans
60% Get, Avg. Amt. $7,415

Grad Rate

62% 

3 Spelman College
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The mission of Spelman College is to educate women of African descent. It was founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary. Today, Spelman serves 2,100 students from 43 states and 10 countries. The school is dedicated to the liberal arts and sciences. And, they promote positive social change and global engagement. Spelman is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Undergrad Admissions

Admission to Spelman requires you to complete a college prep program. You must also submit materials including your transcripts, GPA, and test scores. These include the SAT or ACT, plus TOEFL if needed.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Economics, Biology, Women’s Studies, Global Studies, English

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $28,885
Grad: N/A

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
97% Get, Avg. Amt. $10,629
Federal Loans
84% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,763

Grad Rate

77%

4 Bowie State University
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Bowie State University was founded in 1865, making it one of the oldest HBCUs in the country. The school strives to create a diverse, supportive environment. Online or evening courses offer flexible learning paths. Bowie State is home to 22 undergrad majors, plus 35 master’s, doctoral, and cert programs. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Undergrad Admissions

Bowie State’s application looks for your GPA and secondary school record. Other materials may be optional. That includes SAT or ACT scores! That said, completing a college prep program is recommended.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Radio and TV Broadcasting Technology, Registered Nursing, Criminal Justice, Biology

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $19,470
Grad:$17,704

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
76% Get, Avg. Amt. $9,463
Federal Loans
51% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,763

Grad Rate

51%

5 Hampton University
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Hampton U is known for its technical, liberal arts, and grad programs. This HBCU serves over 4,000 students, the majority of whom are black. Founded in 1868, the school has a rich history as an HBCU. It offers a high quality education focused on leadership and service. Hampton U is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Undergrad Admissions

Hampton University needs students to complete a college prep program. To apply calls for items like your transcripts and GPA. Some aspects of the process are recommended but not mandatory. That includes SAT or ACT scores.  

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Biology, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $29,162
Grad:$13,134

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
86% Get, Avg. Amt. $13,710
Federal Loans
67% Get, Avg. Amt. $11,695

Grad Rate

57%

6 Morehouse College
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Martin Luther King, Jr. and many other notable grads went to Morehouse College. The HBCU serves African American men, with a focus on leadership. It offers a high quality liberal arts education, with programs in three main areas. These are: business and economics, humanities and social sciences, and math. Morehouse is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 

Undergrad Admissions

Morehouse requires applicants’ transcripts, GPAs, and other items. SAT or ACT scores are also mandatory. Completion of a college prep is optional but suggested.  

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Biology, Health and Fitness, Economics, Psychology

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $29,468
Grad: N/A

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
79% Get, Avg. Amt. $13,577
Federal Loans
61% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,622

Grad Rate

53%

7 Morgan State University
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Morgan State University is an urban, doctoral research school located near Baltimore. It offers over 100 programs. And, it awards degrees from the Bachelor’s to the PhD. Morgan is proud to serve a diverse student body that is multi ethnic, multi racial, and multi national. The school is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Undergrad Admissions

Morgan State U looks at many factors for admissions. These include your GPA and test scores (SAT or ACT). They suggest doing a college prep program.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Sociology 

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $18,479
Grad:$17,559

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
99% Get, Avg. Amt. $12,738
Federal Loans
69% Get, Avg. Amt. $6,805

Grad Rate

47%

8 Coppin State University
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Coppin State University was named after Fanny Jackson Coppin, an African American leader in education. The school continues her work of educating future teachers, while offering many other programs. 53 majors and nine grad degree programs are available. This HBCU is based in Baltimore and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.  

Undergrad Admissions

Coppin State University has a fairly stream lined admissions process. Along with the application, students must submit their high school transcripts and SAT or ACT scores.  

Popular Undergrad Programs

Registered Nursing, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Health Information Administration, Business

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $13,560
Grad:$13,208

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
88% Get, Avg. Amt. $8,558
Federal Loans
45% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,166

Grad Rate

39%

9 Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
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FAMU has a long legacy as an HBCU. And, it serves over 10,000 students from around the country and the world. Choose from 54 bachelor’s programs, 29 master’s programs, three professional degree programs, and 12 doctoral programs. FAMU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 

Undergrad Admissions

FAMU considers many factors in the admissions process. These include GPA, high school record, and SAT or ACT scores. You must also submit TOEFL scores, if that applies to you.  

Popular Undergrad Programs

Allied Health/Health Sciences, Registered Nursing, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $17,725
Grad:$24,669

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
98% Get, Avg. Amt. $12,191
Federal Loans
42% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,103

Grad Rate

56%

10 University of Maryland Eastern Shore  
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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a historically black 1890 land grant school. They values diversity and foster social growth. A student centered environment helps learners prep to lead and contribute in their fields. UMES is known for both its undergrad and grad programs. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Undergrad Admissions

UMES requires your secondary school record, GPA, and test scores (SAT or ACT), among other items. Other materials are suggested but not required.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Criminal Justice, Hotel/Motel Admin, Biology, Business, Family and Consumer Sciences

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $19,728
Grad:$17,544

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
100% Get, Avg. Amt. $12,705
Federal Loans
60% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,377

Grad Rate

44%

11 Delaware State University
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Delaware State U has over 125 years of history. It is one of the nation’s first land grant schools, as well as an HBCU. The student population is 64% African American. Choose from 42 undergrad degree programs, 16 master’s programs, and five PhD programs. DSU is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Undergrad Admissions

DSU’s application process calls for you to submit your high school records and SAT or ACT scores, among other requirements. You must have at least a 2.0 GPA, on a 4.0 scale. Completion of a college prep program is also suggested.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Media Studies, Criminology, Social Work, Psychology 

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $18,280
Grad:$11,726

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
76% Get, Avg. Amt. $13,881
Federal Loans
56% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,519

Grad Rate

45%

12 Norfolk State University
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Norfolk State U is an urban, public school dedicated to teaching, research, and service. Multi cultural diversity and inclusion are important values to the school. Students can choose from 49 degree programs on campus, plus online programs from NSU online. NSU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. It awards associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

Undergrad Admissions

Students can apply to NSU using the online application. Applicants must also provide materials like their high school records, GPA and test scores. It’s suggested that you complete a college prep program. 

Popular Undergrad Programs

Business, Health Care Admin, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology 

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $20,790
Grad:$24,742

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
91% Get, Avg. Amt. $12,164
Federal Loans
61% Get, Avg. Amt. $10,161

Grad Rate

41%

13 Prairie View A & M University
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Prairie View A & M University is part of the Texas A&M System, offering a unique community for over 9,000 students. The school has more than 140 years of history. Its mission is to foster both academic and professional development. And, 170+ student organizations provide many ways to get involved. PVAMU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 

Undergrad Admissions

PVAMU uses the Texas Common Application. Applicants must also submit their high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, and other materials. Some other items are suggested but not mandatory. 

Popular Undergrad Programs

Biology, Chemical Engineering, Registered Nursing, Health and Wellness, Criminal Justice, Health and PE

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $26,874
Grad:$17,378

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
97% Get, Avg. Amt. $14,071
Federal Loans
45% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,334

Grad Rate

45%

14 Clark Atlanta University
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Clark Atlanta U is an urban research school. It is known for its rich history, with over 150 years of tradition. And, don’t overlook its commitment to the arts. CAU has one of the world’s longest running jazz stations! Choose from 38 areas of study across four schools: Arts and Sciences, Business Admin, Education, and Social Work. CAU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Undergrad Admissions

Apply to CAU through the Common App. To be considered during the admissions process, you must include your GPA, high school record, recommendations, and test scores. You must have completed a college prep program. 

Popular Undergrad Programs

Radio, TV, and Digital Communication, Fashion, Business, Criminal Justice, Biology 

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $24,730
Grad:$19,120

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
83% Get, Avg. Amt. $9,431
Federal Loans
88% Get, Avg. Amt. $6,045

Grad Rate

45%

15 Tuskegee University
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Tuskegee U is not only a top HBCU. It is also the only HBCU to be designated a National Historic Site! The school boasts many claims to fame in fields from aerospace engineering to veterinary medicine. It welcomes students and researchers from around the world. Tuskegee offers 64 academic programs. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 

Undergrad Admissions

Tuskegee University’s application standards are straight forward. You must submit your application, high school transcripts, and SAT or ACT scores. Other components are optional.

Popular Undergrad Programs

Animal Sciences, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Registered Nursing 

Tuition & Fees

Undergrad: $22,614
Grad:$23,398

Financial Aid

Grants & Awards
98% Get, Avg. Amt. $6,328
Federal Loans
58% Get, Avg. Amt. $5,826

Grad Rate

40%