Historically Black US universities chase top research ranking
• Howard University achieved R1 status, the highest research classification, becoming the sole HBCU to do so. • R1 requires >$50M annual research spend and 70+ doctoral degrees, cr
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Howard University Becomes First HBCU R1 Research Institution
• Howard University earned R1 status, the highest Carnegie research classification, after spending $50M+ annually. • Only HBCU to achieve R1, opening doors to federal, state, and p