Asking
Only logged in members can reply and interact with the post.
Join SimilarWorlds for FREE »

Is it okay for a white person to attend an HBCU?

Backstory: I am a white male. I live in the US South region. I have been looking to take college classes. I live close to a school called Jackson State Univeristy, which is an HBCU (historically black college/university).

My question is, is it “okay” for a white person to attend a college such as this? Would it be considered “cultural appropriation” for me to go here? I really looked into the school, and they have a great reputation for the subject I want to major in. Would it be offensive for me to attend?

This is a serious question, and I mean no offense by it. I would really appreciate some insight, especially from African-American SWeep perspectives. What is your take on Caucasian students attending HBCUs?

Thank you so much in advance for all the help!
This page is a permanent link to the reply below and its nested replies. See all post replies »
I looked it up. Jackson State has 271 white students. They do accept and educate white folks there.

Race/Ethnicity Number Percent
Black or African American 6,338 90.28%
White 271 3.86%
International 231 3.29%
Multi-Ethnic 81 1.15%