Colleges With the Largest Undergraduate Enrollment of Black Students

Colleges with the Largest Undergraduate Enrollment of Black Students

For Black students, finding a college with a significant and welcoming Black population is key to feeling supported. Our list of colleges with the largest undergraduate enrollment of Black students highlights institutions where a vibrant Black community is central to campus life.

The list includes both Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs) with a high number of Black students. HBCUs like North Carolina A&T and Florida A&M offer a culturally affirming environment, while other universities with large Black student populations provide robust resources like student organizations and cultural centers.

A campus with a large Black student body can offer valuable mentorship, networking, and social connections. This can create a powerful support system, helping you thrive academically and personally. Use our guide to find a college where you feel seen and celebrated as you pursue your education.

If you're looking for smaller-scale schools with the highest percentage of Black students, we have a list for that too! You'll find many more HBCUs on that list than might show up here. (Compiled using fall 2022 IPEDS data)