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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
- Wednesday | 12:00 am
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.
INTRODUCING THE PILLARS OF LEGACY! Presenting the 23rd Mister and 74th Miss Huston-Tillotson University Royal Court!
Rooted in tradition, guided by excellence, and united by purpose, this distinguished royal court represents the strength, pride, and enduring legacy of Huston-Tillotson University.
More than royalty, they embody brightness, bravery, benevolence, competence, collaboration, and spiritual grounding; our core values that continues to define the HT experience. As they step into their reign, they carry forward a legacy built on resilience, tradition, and a commitment to making history.
Their reign is not simply about wearing the crown; it`s about honoring the past, embracing the present, and inspiring the future.
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Huston-Tillotson shining bright on Bluebonnet Hill!
Have you screen our new digital monument? If not, take a stroll down 7th Street! You can`t miss it! #HT
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Who made the inaugural 40 Under Forty list? STAY TUNED. #HTHC26 #HT40
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Voting is one of the most direct ways to make your voice heard, and there’s still time to make yours count.
Early voting in Texas ends Friday, October 30, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 3.
Know what’s on your ballot. Know where you’re voting. Make your plan and cast your vote.
Your voice matters. Use it. #HT
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Ladies and gentlemen…
The Pillars of Legacy. #HT
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Our Homecoming Alumni Host Hotels are ready for you.
Choose between Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown–University and Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown–University, both just minutes from Huston-Tillotson University.
Don’t wait until the last minute. Reserve your room today, lock in your stay, and get ready for Homecoming.
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At Huston-Tillotson University, success isn’t one look, one path, or one story. it’s the people who bring their talent, ambition, and energy to HT every day.
This is our standard. This is HT.
WE ARE THE SOUL OF SUCCESS.
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Last Thursday, Huston-Tillotson University proudly honored alumnus John D. Mays, Class of 1972, with the Values Leadership Award in recognition of a life defined by achievement, service, and an unwavering commitment to community.
A graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Mathematics, Mr. Mays exemplifies the enduring impact of an HT education. For more than five decades, he has carried the values of perseverance, leadership, and service into his professional career and beyond.
His commitment to HT continues through his engagement with the alumni community and his beloved Homecoming tradition of sharing barbecue meals with students, a meaningful reminder that once a Ram, always a Ram!
Mr. Mays also credits the mentorship of the late Dr. General and the career support of Dr. Lavon Marshall as instrumental to his professional journey, expressing gratitude for the leaders who invested in his future.
Congratulations to John D. Mays, whose story embodies the spirit, values, and lasting legacy of Huston-Tillotson University!
First. Foremost. Forever a Ram.
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