Prospective Students
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Huston-Tillotson’s history of excellence and traditions provides an environment where you can find your true calling.
Campus Life
Pride, passion and purpose define everything you do as a student at HT.
Alumni Engagement
Help ensure we continue to carry out our marvelous mission by remaining engaged and investing in HT.
New - Student Summer Registration
New - Student Summer Registration is more than a task on a checklist; it’s the moment your college journey really begins. This program is designed to help admitted students feel confident, informed, and supported as they prepare for their first semester. You’ll get to explore campus resources, connect with advisors who are there to help you succeed, and start building a community that will support you along the way.
MBA Program
An MBA degree is one that is highly recognizable throughout the world. The HT MBA degree allows students with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or in a related business degree to build upon the skills already learned.
The HT MBA is a hybrid MBA program with a concentration in Management. It offers a blended learning format of online and on-campus courses and is specifically designed for the working professional.
Adult Degree Programs
At Huston-Tillotson University (HT), degree programs reflect the urgent demands of the changing times by providing the practical, relevant knowledge needed for success in today’s global economy. While highly focused and accelerated, all programs retain the same high standards that have distinguished HT graduates for the past 145 years.
Our degree completion programs focus on developing the skills and knowledge that are most important to you. Our students know they’re getting personal attention every step of the way. We recognize that the adult learner differs significantly from the traditional college student.
Financial Aid
The mission of our office is to support the overall goals of recruiting, retaining, and the graduation of a diverse student population by setting a pace of excellence in financial aid administration and superior service to students.
We encourage you to come by and meet our staff. We can also guide you through the financial aid application process.
I am honored and energized to serve as HT’s second female president and I look forward to advancing an aggressive agenda that will ensure HT’s continued success.
Dr. Melva K. WallacePresident & CEO
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Huston-Tillotson News
Huston-Tillotson University Receives $1.35 Million Legacy Gift to Advance Teacher Pipeline and Music Excellence
Austin, Texas — Huston-Tillotson University has received a $1,350,000 planned gift from the estate of educators and alumni Theodore C. “Ted” Smith and Octavia L. Smith, which will…
Huston-Tillotson University Students Place Third at National HBCU Tech Innovation Challenge, Win $15,000
Austin, Texas - Huston-Tillotson University (HT) placed third at the 2026 PROPEL Center Future of Tech Innovation Challenge, a national HBCU competition focused on innovation, artificial intelligence, and…
Huston-Tillotson University to Receive Share of $4 Million Distribution Supporting United Methodist-Related HBCUs
Austin, Texas — Huston-Tillotson University will receive a portion of a $4 million distribution approved by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) to support the…
Upcoming Events
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Mission Statement
Huston-Tillotson University is a faith-based historically black college and university (HBCU) nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas. The institution provides a robust liberal arts and STEM education through market-driven certifications, associate, baccalaureate, master’s degrees, and centers of excellence. HT remains committed to its legacy of educating a mosaic community of learners while cultivating innovative leaders who are dedicated to academic excellence and service.
Vision Statement
Huston-Tillotson University commits to cultivating the forerunners of innovation. We aspire to prepare graduates who are pioneers, socially engaged leaders and thinkers, demonstrated through academic excellence and service.
Huston-Tillotson University has received a $1,350,000 planned gift from the estate of educators and alumni Theodore C. “Ted” Smith and Octavia L. Smith, which will be used to endow a teacher initiative, a music professorship, and support other university priorities.
The gift will establish the Theodore C. and Octavia L. Smith Endowment to support the African American Male Teachers’ Initiative and the Theodore C. and Octavia L. Smith music endowed professorship, while also providing unrestricted funds to support university priorities, according Linda Y. Jackson, vice president for institutional advancement.
“This gift is clear in its purpose,” said Jackson. “It strengthens teacher preparation, supports music, and provides resources the university can use where they are most needed.”
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Did you hear the news?! The Huston-Tillotson University Jazz Collective is hitting the big stage at Austin City Limits Music Festival this October!
From Bluebonnet Hill to one of the biggest stages in the country. WE ARE THE SOUL OF AUSTIN!
Don’t miss this historic moment… grab your tickets now and come vibe with us!
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Dreams becoming a reality! The countdown is on!
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Huston-Tillotson University placed third at the 2026 PROPEL Center Future of Tech Innovation Challenge, a national HBCU competition focused on innovation, artificial intelligence, and career readiness, earning a $15,000 award. Held April 15–17 at Apple headquarters in Austin, the challenge brought together 1,163 students from 14 HBCUs.
Students Anish Lamichhane, Sujal Pandey, and Biraj Lamichhane, competing as the ABS Group, presented Nous, an educational platform designed to strengthen student understanding in an AI-driven learning environment.
Nous addresses a growing issue in education: the gap between completed work and actual understanding. As artificial intelligence and digital tools make answers more accessible, the platform focuses on how students learn, not just what they produce. It identifies gaps in comprehension, supports critical thinking, and tracks progress to encourage more meaningful academic development. By emphasizing process and understanding over final answers, Nous promotes a more effective and student-centered approach to learning in the age of AI.
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Standing alongside our partners at the United Negro College Fund, we continue to build pathways that empower scholars, strengthen communities, and shape the future.
As we move Huston-Tillotson University from first to foremost, we remain committed to working with innovators, forward thinkers, and changemakers who fuel our mission and ignite our collective flame.
Proud to be a member of the United Negro College Fund @uncf. A mind is a terrible thing to waste.
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If you missed the Huston-Tillotson University Concert Choir Spring Concert, you missed what it truly means to Hold Fast To Dreams!
Under the leadership of Dr. Ronnie C. Wilson, our scholars delivered a breathtaking performance that blended passion, precision, and purpose. Each note told a story. Each harmony reflected excellence. And every moment reminded us why the arts remain a powerful force on Bluebonnet Hill.
From soul-stirring spirituals to contemporary selections, the energy in the room was undeniable, leaving the audience inspired, uplifted, and wanting more. This wasn’t just a concert… it was a celebration of legacy, culture, and the limitless potential of our Rams.
At Huston-Tillotson University, we don’t just perform, we transform. Where every student finds their voice!
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Join Dr. Shaquille Dillon, Vice President for Marketing, Strategy, Impact, and Innovation, as he addresses access, affordability, and the future of our workforce alongside the Presidents of Austin Community College and Concordia University at the KUT Festival @kut_austin today.
As the first institution of higher learning in Austin, Texas, Huston-Tillotson University continues to lead critical conversations that shape opportunity, innovation, and impact across our city and beyond.
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