Huston Tillotson. Mission Statement. HT nurtures a legacy of leadership and excellence in education, connecting knowledge, power, passion, and values. Vision Statement A connected world where diversity of thought matters. Accreditation Statement Huston Tillotson University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1. Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 3. Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution. Mission Statement. The Department of Counseling, Leadership, Adult Education and School Psychology provides high quality graduate education to promote personal. Huston Tillotson University. General Information. Huston Tillotson University is affiliated with The United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund UNCF.  HT, in Austin, is a coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences, operating jointly under the auspices of the American Missionary Association of the United Church of Christ, and the Board of Education of The United Methodist Church. Huston Tillotson College officially changed its name to Huston Tillotson University on February 2.