HBCU Summit
July 20, 2026
Preceding Encoura + RNL National Conference
Advancing Strategy. Elevating Impact. Centering Students.
Join us for this pre-conference event to interact with fellow HBCU colleagues and enrollment experts. During our day together, you'll hear key strategies for HBCUs, including:
• Meeting your enrollment and revenue goals
• Increasing retention and completion rates
• Trends that are impacting the HBCU sector
You'll also have time to interact and network with fellow attendees, including campus leaders. Seating is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
The HBCU Summit is complimentary with your registration for the Encoura + RNL National Conference
The HBCU Summit will take place before the 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference (July 21-23). Registration is complimentary with your registration for the National Conference, which features more than 100 sessions on campus marketing, student recruitment, student success, and more.
Summit Registration
The HBCU Summit is free with your National Conference registration. Simply select the HBCU Summit when registering.
Bring a team to spark discussion and create momentum for implementing new strategies.
Summit Location
Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 S Prairie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616
Encoura Special Rate: $269/night
Rate available until June 29. Rooms may sell out sooner — please make your hotel reservations early.
Attend the National Conference
The 2026 Encoura + RNL National Conference follows the HBCU Summit on July 21-23. Choose from more than 100 sessions on:
- Undergraduate marketing and recruitment
- Graduate enrollment
- Student success
- Strategic planning
- Analytics and technology
Agenda overview
(Agenda subject to change)
Monday, July 20
Register now for the HBCU Summit and the National Conference