A brick wall that reads "Founded 1872, Paul Quinn College"

Paul Quinn College

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Paul Quinn College. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Paul Quinn College’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 1872 in Austin, Texas, Paul Quinn College (PQC), currently situated in Dallas, TX, holds the distinction of being the oldest HBCU west of the Mississippi River. PQC is a private college and the nation’s first Urban Work College offering a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in business, liberal arts and humanities and entrepreneurship.

  • $31.1M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 230
    Jobs
  • $257M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates