Lincoln University was founded in 1854 as the nation's first degree-granting Historically Black College and University, or HBCU. Since the beginning, Lincoln has attracted an interracial and international enrollment from the surrounding community, region, and around the world. Today, our liberal arts and science-based degree programs serve a diverse student body, representing many cultures, countries, and career interests. Ranked by US World News & Report as a top 20 HBCU, Lincoln offers over 25 undergraduate programs and Division II Athletics.