The directory lists colleges and universities in the U.S. and its territories with a Black heritage, describing the character, campus, faculty, academic calendar, academic offerings, military science offerings, costs, financial aid programs, and student activities of each and giving information on whom to contact for further information. It also advises students on how to plan for college education and choose a school. Institutional information is presented in narrative and chart form, and each school's location is indicated on a regional map. (MSE)