The Source of
Black Excellence
LeMoyne-Owen College has stood as a beacon of the community as Memphis’ only Historically Black College and University for 160 years. In 1862, the college was founded as Lincoln School, which later became LeMoyne Normal and Commercial School. LeMoyne College would later merge with S.A. Owen Junior College in 1968. Decades later, LOC continues to advance in the community and beyond by exploring its magical opportunities in leadership and innovation.
It’s an exciting time to be a LeMoyne-Owen College Magician. As the momentum surrounding LOC continues to grow, the world realizes what faculty, staff, and alumni have always known: LOC is a magical community of diverse leaders prepared for success locally, nationally, and globally.
YOUR LOC
ADMISSIONS
ALUMNI
54%
NEW ENROLLMENT INCREASE*
*NEW ENROLLMENT FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN
86%
SPRING TO FALL RETENTION
12:1
STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO
More than a campus, we’re a community
HISTORY AND CAMPUS
LeMoyne-Owen College is a survivor — transcending the eras of race riots, yellow fever epidemics, Jim Crow laws and segregation in Memphis. We have stood the test of time and inspired countless students to change their lives.
Today, we are Memphis’ only historically black college. We stand prepared to continue our legacy and mission of educating and developing leaders.
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