Huston–Tillotson University
Former names | Tillotson Collegiate and Normal Institute (1875–1952) Samuel Huston College (1876–1952) Huston–Tillotson College (1952–2005) |
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| Type | Private historically black university |
| Established | 1875 |
| Affiliation | UNCF |
Religious affiliation | United Methodist Church, United Church of Christ |
| Endowment | US$11.5 million |
| President | Melva K. Wallace |
| Provost | Archibald W. Vanderpuye |
| Students | 1,160 |
| Undergraduates | 968 |
| Postgraduates | 55 |
| Location | , U.S. 30°15′53″N 97°43′21″W / 30.2648°N 97.7224°W |
| Campus | 24 acres (9.7 ha) |
| Colors | Maroon & gold |
| Nickname | Rams |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – RRAC |
| Website | htu.edu |
Huston-Tillotson College | |
| NRHP reference No. | 100007662 |
| Added to NRHP | April 22, 2022 |
Huston–Tillotson University (HT) is a private historically black university in Austin, Texas, United States. Established in 1875, it was the first institution of higher learning in Austin. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund. Huston–Tillotson University awards bachelor's degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, science, and technology and a master's degree in educational leadership. It also offers alternative teacher certification and academic programs for undergraduates interested in pursuing post-graduate degrees in law and medicine.