Absent in the Data, Present on Campus: A Closer Look at Black Immigrant Students in U.S. Higher Education
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on July 10, 2025
This brief offers a snapshot of Black immigrant students in U.S. colleges and universities, excluding Black international students who have come to the U.S. to pursue education (e.g., F-1 or J-1 visa holders). It highlights key demographic and enrollment data, such as degree level, institutional type, and immigration status, while underscoring the diversity within this often-overlooked population. Though it doesn’t explore student experiences or policy, the brief fills a crucial knowledge gap and calls attention to the broader importance of recognizing Black immigrants in higher education and beyond.
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Absent in the Data, Present on Campus
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Absent in the Data, Present on Campus
