Huston-Tillotson University

900 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702-2795
Tel: (512)505-3000
Private not-for-profit | 918 students
Huston-Tillotson University is a historically black college affiliated with The United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). The University provides its increasingly diverse student body with an exemplary education that is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, balanced with professional development, and directed to public service and leadership. The University prepares students with the integrity and civility to thrive in a diverse society, fosters spiritual development, preserves and promotes interest in the accomplishments and experiences of the University’s historic constituents and evolving population, and creates and sustains supportive relationships which advance the Huston-Tillotson University community.

School Overview:

Huston-Tillotson University
CountyTravis County, TX
Title IV EligibleParticipat
Carnegie ClassificationBaccalaureate Colleges--General
Institution LevelFour or more years
Institution ControlPrivate not-for-profit
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)
60 staff115 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment918 students1,633 students
# Full-Time Students
802 students1,434 students
# Part-Time Students
116 students137 students
 
# Undergraduate Students
884 students 1,507 students
# Graduate Students
34 students129 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan
-1%
% Asian
-2%
% Hawaiian
-1%
% Hispanic
17%3%
% Black
74%6%
% White
8%84%
% Two or more races
1%2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)
$13,054$24,462
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)
$13,054$24,744
 
Tuition$10,438
Tuition NotesAnnual tuition rate
Percent Admitted54%64%
SAT Reading (25-75%)330-440450-570
SAT Math (25-75%)360-470460-573
ACT English (25-75%)10-1919-25
ACT Math (25-75%)15-1818-25
ACT Composite (25-75%)14-1920-25

School Notes:

  • Huston-Tillotson University does not discriminate in its student admissions and educational programs or other College-administered programs on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability or disability, or criteria prohibited under state and federal age discrimination statutes.
  • The Huston-Tillotson University School of Business and Technology is committed to providing educational opportunities to individuals interested in pursuing undergraduate degrees in business and computer science. A major objective of the School of Business and Technology is the preparation of students of diverse origins and backgrounds to become competent leaders in business, industry, and government in the global marketplace as well as to excel in graduate studies.
  • Huston-Tillotson University awards undergraduates, four year degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, science and technology. A multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-faith institution, the University welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions.
  • The campus is located a few blocks east of IH-35. Exit Seventh Street from IH-35 and travel east to Chicon Street.
  • Huston-Tillotson University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4501 for questions about the accreditation of Huston-Tillotson University.
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