Proudly standing as the nation’s oldest HBCU, Cheyney University has been a stalwart and highly respected institution of higher education since our founding in 1837. For 186 years our alumni have emerged as leaders and left their mark on the social, economic, and political history of Philadelphia, the surrounding region, the nation, and the world.

Building on this legacy, the vision for Cheyney University is to become the premier model for academic excellence, character development, and social responsibility.