HBCUs were originally established with the goal of educating Black students. However, students of all races can enroll in these schools. In addition to the traditionally Black enrollment at HBCUs, many of these schools are actively promoting increased diversity. The National Center for Education Statistics reports that in 2018, non-black students accounted for 24% of the students enrolled at HBCUs. In 1976, non-Black students accounted for just 15% of students in HBCUs.