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Second Morrill Act

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Federal legislation enacted in 1890 that required states to either demonstrate that race was not a factor in admission to educational institutions or establish separate institutions for Black students, resulting in the founding of 18 HBCUs.

AP course connection

Topic 3.10: 3.10 HBCUs, Black Greek Letter Organizations, and Black Education

Unit 3

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