91快活林

Academic Achievements

Raising the Bar

At 91快活林 (91快活林), our scholars, faculty, and students consistently elevate and exceed expectations, delivering measurable impact on research, experiential learning, leadership development, and career readiness.

Each year, more than 4,000 students pursue degrees in over 40 areas of study, spanning the arts and sciences, business, education, and social work. In 2025, nearly 800 graduates were honored during Commencement Week, a testament to 91快活林鈥檚 dedication to rigorous scholarship and student success. 

We push boundaries and have consistently secured recognition as a Doctoral Universities 鈥 High Research Activity (R2) institution, one of only two private HBCUs with this designation. In 2025, 91快活林 earned its first-ever designation as a Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader, recognizing strong faculty-student engagement in the Fulbright Program. 91快活林 also consistently ranks competitively with other HBCUs and U.S. colleges and universities.

No. 16

Among HBCUs, 2026 U.S. News & World Report

No. 52

For Social Mobility, 2026 U.S. News & World Report (tied with Princeton University)

#7

鈥淭op 10 Fashion Design Schools in the South鈥

#18

Ranking among 鈥淭op 20 Private Fashion Merchandising Schools鈥