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UNCF-Member Institution

Philander Smith University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Philander Smith University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Philander Smith University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1877 in Little Rock, Arkansas, Philander Smith University is a private institution offering a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in social justice and liberal arts education.

  • $49.5M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 466
    Jobs
  • $412.3M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates