About
Edward Waters University, founded in 1866 as Florida’s first historically Black college, is best known for its rich African Methodist Episcopal heritage and its dedication to providing accessible education to first-generation students. Academically, the university is strongest in its criminal justice, business administration, biology, and recently expanded graduate programs, including its Master of Business Administration. Campus life is close-knit and spirited, shaped by proud HBCU traditions, vibrant Greek life, and the energy of the Triple Threat Marching Band and NAIA athletics. EWU distinctly stands out for its ongoing urban revitalization efforts in Jacksonville's historic New Town neighborhood and its remarkable transition from a small liberal arts college to a thriving master's-granting university.
Wikipedia:Edward Waters University is a private Christian historically Black university in Jacksonville, Florida. It was founded in 1866 by members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a school to educate freedmen and their children. It was the first independent institution of higher education and the first historically black college in the State of Florida. It continues to be affiliated with the AME Church and is a member of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida.
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Most out-of-state first-years from: GA 22 · AL 2 · OH 2 · SC 2 · TX 2
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- BaseballMen's
- BasketballMen's · Women's
- FootballMen's
- GolfWomen's
- SoccerWomen's
- SoftballWomen's
- TennisWomen's
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)Men's · Women's
- VolleyballMen's · Women's
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