Percentage distribution of fall enrollment in public degree-granting postsecondary institutions by race and ethnicity
| 1976 | 2010 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86.1% | 67% | 52.1% |
| Black | 8.8% | 12.1% | 11.5% |
| Hispanic | 2.7% | 11.5% | 22.1% |
| AIAN | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| AAPI | 1.8% | 6.9% | 8.9% |
Note: AIAN refers to American Indian and Alaska Native, and AAPI refers to Asian American and Pacific Islander.
Source: Author's analysis of National Center for Education Statistics Table 306.20.