Edward Waters University is a private Christian historically Black university in Jacksonville, Florida. It was founded in 1866 by members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a school to educate freedmen and their children. It was the first independent institution of higher education and the first historically black college in the State of Florida. It continues to be affiliated with the AME Church and is a member of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida.
In-state cost$16,366
Out-of-state$16,366
International$26,617
Acceptance rate85%
Enrollment1,087
Fields of study
Biology & BiomedicalBusinessCommunications & MediaLaw & Criminal JusticePsychology
Athletic programs
Track & Field · MenNCAA D2
Volleyball · MenNCAA D2
Basketball · WomenNCAA D2
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