minority institution

minority institution

A US institution of higher learning that draws the bulk of its enrolment from minority groups. Minority institutions include those with a traditionally high (> 50%) minority enrollment, as well as those with a significant proportion of students derived from ethnic minorities (but not necessarily > 50%), and are recognised by the Secretary of DHHS as having demonstrated a commitment to the special encouragement or assistance of minority students and faculty.

minority institution

NIHspeak An institution of higher learning that draws most of its enrollment from minorities. See HBCU, Traditionally or Predominantly African American Institution.