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151st Charter Day Observance
Join Huston-Tillotson University for our 151st Charter Day Observance as we celebrate 151 years of rich history, academic excellence, resilience, and a legacy of transforming lives through education!
LivestreamHuston-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.
Open House - Fall Preview Day
This is your moment! Join us for our Preview Day, an event created exclusively for students beginning to explore their college options.
During your visit, you’ll gain direct access to meet faculty and staff, connect with athletic coaches, explore campus through guided tours, and get a feel for student life beyond the classroom.
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.
Access Degree Pathway
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 151 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 to Unveil New Digital Marquee
Austin, TX - Huston-Tillotson University will unveil its new digital marquee on Thursday, October 22, 2026, immediately following the university’s 10 a.m. Charter Day Observance in King-Seabrook Chapel.…
Huston-Tillotson University Leaders Graduate from the African American Leadership Institute
Austin, TX — Huston-Tillotson University proudly congratulates two members of the HT community, Gregory N. Bowens, Director of Development & Alumni Engagement with the Institutional Advancement team, and…
Huston-Tillotson University Receives $300,000 MSEIP Grant to Support STEM Education
Austin, TX – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) has received a $300,000 grant through the U.S. Department of Education's Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program (MSEIP), bringing additional federal support…
Upcoming Events
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SBT 5th Annual Financial Wellness Symposium
Come discover your place at Huston-Tillotson University by visiting our campus
Get ready to learn about academics, opportunities and traditions at Huston-Tillotson. When choosing a university, it is essential to become familiar with the campus atmosphere in order to make informed decisions.
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.
The celebration of excellence continues at Huston-Tillotson University! We are proud to introduce 10 more distinguished honorees of our inaugural 40 Under Forty cohort!
With 30 honorees now revealed, the excitement continues as we prepare to celebrate the final 10 members of this remarkable inaugural class!
Join us as we honor all 40 outstanding individuals on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in the King-Seabrook Chapel.
30 introduced. 10 more to go. 40 remarkable stories. One extraordinary legacy.
Tickets are available through the link in our bio.
We`ll see you at Homecoming!
#HT40
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THE LADY RAMS ARE CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND!
The journey continues! Congratulations to the HT Women`s Soccer Team on punching their ticket to the Championship!
Bluebonnet Hill is behind you every step of the way! We`re cheering you on all the way to victory! Now, let`s bring that trophy back to 900 Chicon!
LET`S GO, LADY RAMS! #HT
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MEN’S SOCCER TEAM!
What an incredible season! We celebrate our HT Men`s Soccer Team for their hard work, dedication, resilience, and commitment throughout the season. We are forever proud! #HT
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I GOT THAT FEELING, that this Homecoming will be one for the books! Don`t say we didn`t warn you! #HT
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Need an excuse to attend Homecoming? Well Rammy has you covered. See you at FABULOUS HUSTON-TILLOTSON HOMECOMING.
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Good luck to our Women`s Soccer Team competing for the HBCU Athletic Conference Championship @htwomenssoccer @hbcuac
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INTRODUCING THE NEXT 10 OF OUR INAUGURAL 40 UNDER FORTY COHORT!
The celebration of excellence continues! Huston-Tillotson University is excited to unveil the next 10 honorees of our inaugural 40 Under Forty cohort!
Nominated by their fellow alumni, these distinguished individuals continue to demonstrate what it means to lead, inspire, and make a difference. Through their professional achievements, dedication to service, and lasting contributions to their communities, they exemplify the talent, ambition, and legacy that define the HT experience.
Twenty honorees have been introduced, and 20 more incredible stories are still to come! Each represents a powerful reminder that the impact of a Huston-Tillotson education extends far beyond the classroom.
Join us as we celebrate all 40 outstanding honorees on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in the King-Seabrook Chapel.
Twenty introduced. Twenty more to go. Forty remarkable stories. One extraordinary legacy.
Tickets are available through the link in our bio.
We`ll see you at Homecoming!
#HT150 #HT40
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Good luck to our Men`s Soccer Team competing for the HBCU Athletic Conference Championship @htsoccerrams @hbcuac
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