Historically Black vs. White Institutions: Academic Development among Black Students

Using national longitudinal data, this study compares the academic development among African American students attending historically Black and White institutions of higher education. It also compares and contrasts African American student characteristics and institutional resources. The analyses of hierarchical linear modeling demonstrate no significant differences on self-reported academic ability, writing, and mathematics. However, students at Black institutions tend to be more socio-economically disadvantaged. White institutions tend to have better and more academic resources.