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Pennsylvania’s 2 HBCUs Produce:
HBCUs in Pennsylvania
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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Founded in 1837 in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (Cheyney) is the oldest HBCU in the United States. Cheyney offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in arts and sciences and education and professional studies.
Lincoln University (PA)
Founded in 1854 in Oxford, Pennsylvania, Lincoln University (LU) holds the distinction of being the nation’s first degree-granting HBCU. LU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in human services, criminal justice and safety, and health service preparatory.