Philander Smith College Little Rock, Arkansas

Philander Smith College Little Rock, Arkansas

Philander Smith University is a private, historically Black university in Little Rock, Arkansas, affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1877 as Walden Seminary, it was renamed Philander Smith College in 1882 after a donation from Adeline Smith, and transitioned to university status on August 1, 2023.

Key Facts about Philander Smith University

• Founded: 1877 (as Walden Seminary)
• Type: Private, historically Black university (HBCU)
• Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
• Became Philander Smith University: August 1, 2023
• Founding member of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

Colleges and Programs at Philander Smith University

• Liberal arts and sciences programs
• Business administration
• Social justice and leadership studies
• Biology and pre-health sciences
• Education