1890 Land-Grant Institutions

The 1890 Land-Grant Institutions are a group of universities established to promote education and research, especially for African Americans, following the original land-grant law of 1862 that supported mainly white students. These schools received federal land or money to develop programs in agriculture, engineering, and other practical fields. They helped expand higher education opportunities for historically underserved communities and contributed to regional economic development. Located mostly in the Southern U.S., they play a vital role in research, community service, and workforce preparation today.