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UNCF-Member Institution

Wiley University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Wiley University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Wiley 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 1873 in Marshall, Texas, Wiley University (Wiley) is the first African-American college established in Texas. Wiley offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in liberal arts, humanities, sciences and political, social and cultural history.

  • $24.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 252
    Jobs
  • $366.7M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates