Texas Southern University

Texas Southern University (TSU) is a public historically black university located in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1927 as Houston Colored Junior College, it became a four-year university and was renamed Texas Southern University in 1947. It is a member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity." TSU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across multiple colleges and schools, including law, pharmacy, and business. The university serves a diverse student body and plays a significant role in higher education access and research in the Houston area. Its urban campus is situated in the Third Ward, providing students with proximity to downtown Houston, major medical centers, and business districts. TSU is known for its commitment to community engagement, legal education, and health sciences research.