Historically Black Colleges in and Near Dallas, Texas

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) offer students a college education with an emphasis on African-American history, studies and culture. While there are nine HBCUs located throughout the state of Texas, there is only one in Dallas, Texas. However, there are two HBCUs near the city.
  1. Paul Quinn College

    • Paul Quinn College is located in Dallas, Texas.

      Paul Quinn College is the only HBCU located in Dallas, Texas. Paul Quinn was founded in 1872 by a group of African Methodist Episcopal preachers. According to its mission, the college provides “faith based education” that provides for the “academic, social and Christian development of students.”

      Paul Quinn College is a four-year institution offering Bachelor of Science degrees in three departments: science and technology, business and education. Within the science and technology department, students may major in biology or computer science. The business department offers majors in accounting, management and legal studies. The education department offers students majors in interdisciplinary studies, physical education and a post-baccalaureate program.

      Paul Quinn College

      3837 Stuart Rd

      Dallas, Texas 75241

      214-376-1000

      pqc.edu

    Southwestern Christian College

    • Paul Quinn offers degrees in bible and religious education.

      Southwestern Christian College (SWCC) is an HBCU located 38 miles outside of Dallas in Terrell, Texas. The college was founded and sponsored by members of Churches of Christ. According to its mission statement, the school’s purpose is to offer an educational program that will prepare students for “effective and successful Christian living.”

      SWCC is a four-year college limited to a bachelor's in bible and religious education. The school also offers a two-year associate program in the liberal arts. At SWCC, a student may obtain a Bachelor of Science, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts.

      Southwestern Christian College

      200 Bowser St

      Terrell, TX 75160

      972-524-3341

      swcc.edu

    Texas College

    • Texas College’s mission is to ensure graduates receive balanced development.

      Texas College is located 95 miles outside of Dallas, Texas. It was founded in 1894 by a group of ministers from the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and remains affiliated with the church. Texas College’s mission is to ensure graduates receive balanced intellectual, social and spiritual development.

      Texas College is a four-year liberal arts college. It awards bachelor's degrees in business and social sciences, general studies and humanities, natural and computational sciences, and education. The college also awards associate degrees in early childhood education and general studies.

      Texas College

      2404 Grand Avenue

      Tyler, Texas 75702

      800-306-6299

      texascollegeonline.net

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