Allen University

Allen University is a private, coeducational historically Black university located in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Allen University has over 600 students and still serves a predominantly Black constituency.

Allen University, founded in 1870, is a private, Christian, liberal arts, Historically Black Colleges and University (HBCU), located in Columbia, South Carolina. Allen University is named after Richard Allen, the remarkable founder of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church. Allen University, recognized as the first university in South Carolina founded by African Americans for the education of African Americans, is also the first university named after an African American and created out of the AME Church’s desire to educate newly freed slaves to ensure a well-trained clergy. Initially, Allen University focused on training ministers and teachers but, over the years, has enlarged its scope to produce graduates in other academic areas. The University is committed to providing the highest quality of instruction to its students. 

The Allen University is a Private university located in Columbia.
The Allen University was founded in 1870.
The current president of Allen University is Dr. Lady June Cole.
According to verified online sources, the Allen University enrolls a total of 1200 students.
According to the main website, the Allen University has a total student population of 600 undergraduate students and 600 graduate students.