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Texas Southern University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Texas Southern University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Texas Southern 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 1927 in Houston, Texas, Texas Southern University (TSU) is one of the largest HBCUs in the nation. TSU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in liberal arts and humanities, business and biology.

  • $610.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 4318
    Jobs
  • $4.6B
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates