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Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) play a crucial role in higher education by catering to the educational needs of Hispanic students in the United States. Defined by the Higher Education Act as degree-granting institutions with a Hispanic undergraduate enrollment of at least 25 percent, HSIs are pivotal in promoting academic success and social mobility within the Hispanic community.
According to 2022-2023 IPEDS Data, there were six hundred HSIs across the country as of 2022, collectively enrolling 66.2 percent of all Hispanic undergraduate students and 31.7 percent of all undergraduate students in nonprofit postsecondary education.
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities analyzed the IPEDS data to list all six hundred schools, which include two-year public and private and four-year public and private schools.
We selected the ten largest four-year HSIs that boast a student body of more than ten thousand where at least 50 percent of the undergraduate headcount is Hispanic.
1. South Texas College
- Location: McAllan, TX
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 27,894
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 26,627
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 95.4%
Founded in 1993, South Texas College serves over 26,000 students with more than 130 degree and certificate programs. It offers unique opportunities, including five baccalaureate degrees, and is dedicated to student success with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The college is notable for its extensive Dual Credit Program, which has saved families over $370 million in tuition.
2. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
- Location: Edinburg, TX
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 26,434
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 24,765
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 93.6%
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), established in 2015, is part of the UT System and educates students across multiple campuses in the Rio Grande Valley. UTRGV is renowned for its leadership in bilingual education, health education, biomedical research, and emerging technology, fostering innovation and positive change in the community.
3. University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez
- Location: Mayaguez, PR
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 10,201
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 9,487
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 92.9%
The University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez (UPRM), established in 1911, is a prominent public research university in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including engineering, science, and business. UPRM is recognized for its strong research initiatives and commitment to academic excellence.
4. The University of Texas at El Paso
- Location: El Paso, TX
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 20,165
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 17,697
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 87.3%
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a leading Hispanic-serving university located in El Paso, Texas. It offers 170 degree programs. UTEP is known for its top-tier research, community engagement, and commitment to student success.
5. Rio Hondo College
- Location: Whittier, CA
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 16,139
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 12,410
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 79.9%
Rio Hondo College, established in 1960, is a comprehensive community college in Whittier, California. It provides high-quality education and training in more than one hundred programs, including associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities.
6. University State University–Los Angeles
- Location: Los Angeles
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 22,737
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 17,182
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 75.8%
California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA), founded in 1947, is a public university in the heart of Los Angeles. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs with a strong emphasis on community engagement, academic excellence, and social mobility.
7. Miami Dade College
- Location: Miami
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 47,245
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 33,658
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 71.4%
Miami Dade College (MDC), established in 1960, is one of the largest and most diverse colleges in the nation. Located in Miami, MDC serves students across eight campuses, offering more than three hundred programs, including associate and bachelor’s degrees, and numerous certificate programs.
8. San Antonio College
- Location: San Antonio, TX
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 18,233
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 12,169
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 69.9%
San Antonio College (SAC), part of the Alamo Colleges District, was established in 1925. It is one of the largest single-campus community colleges in Texas. SAC offers a wide range of academic and technical programs designed to meet the needs of its diverse student population.
9. Florida International University
- Location: Miami
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 45,688
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 30,440
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 65.5%
Florida International University (FIU), founded in 1965, is a major public research university in Miami. It offers more than 190 degree programs. FIU is known for its research output, diverse student body, and commitment to innovation and community engagement.
10. New Mexico State University
- Location: Las Cruces, NM
- Total Undergraduate Headcount: 11,591
- Hispanic Undergraduate Headcount: 7,393
- Percentage of Hispanic Students: 63.8%
New Mexico State University (NMSU), established in 1888, is a comprehensive land-grant institution in Las Cruces, New Mexico. It offers a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. NMSU is renowned for its research initiatives, particularly in agriculture, engineering, and science.
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This article was written with the assistance of AI.
