Texas Southern University (TSU) is a public historically Black university in Houston, Texas, known for its strong HBCU traditions, urban campus, and programs in liberal arts and humanities, biology, criminal justice, and business on a 150‑acre site near the medical center and downtown. Students often rave about the close‑knit “Tiger” community, energetic campus life with Greek organizations, marching band, church‑style gospel events, and a family‑like feel where Houston’s culture meets an affordable, Black‑centered campus.
Common Majors
liberal arts and humanities, biology, criminal justice and law
"I love Texas Southern’s HBCU‑in‑Houston vibe, how easy it is to get involved in Greek life, bands, and campus events while still feeling part of a big‑family school, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the administrative delays, occasional housing headaches, and how the urban‑campus safety and infrastructure issues hit harder in practice than in the glossy‑brochure vibe were all things only a former student truly notices."
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$9,173 / $21,773
Conference
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.
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