Howard University Admissions Profile
Howard University is located in Washington, DC. It serves roughly 9,243 students with a student-faculty ratio near 11:1. Recent admissions cycles report an acceptance rate around 35%. Estimated in-state tuition is $31,050 ($31,050 for out-of-state). Graduates report median earnings near $54,100.
Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university comprised of 14 schools and colleges. With a mission to provide exceptional educational experiences and opportunities, Howard is the top-ranked HBCU on U.S. News & World Report’s list of National Universities. The University also produces more minority doctoral graduates in computer science than any other university in the nation, and boasts nationally ranked programs in social work, business, education and communication sciences and disorders.
Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance rate: 35%
- First-year retention: 90%
- Graduation rate: 69%
Costs & Financial Aid
- In-state tuition: $31,050
- Out-of-state tuition: $31,050
- Average net price: $51,450
- Pell grant recipients: 41%
Academic Highlights
- Popular program: Design
- Popular program: Engineering
- Popular program: Research
- Popular program: Science
- Popular program: Technology
- Popular program: Liberal Arts
- Popular program: Business
- Popular program: Education
- Popular program: Nursing
- Popular program: Communication
- Popular program: Music
- Popular program: Art & Design
Student Experience
- Campus life: Athletics
- Campus life: Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Campus life: Disability Services
- Campus life: Greek Life
- Campus life: Historically Black College and University (HBCU)
- Campus life: Intramural/Club Sports
- Campus life: LGBTQIA Services
- Campus life: Military/Veteran Services
- Campus life: On-Campus Housing
- Campus life: ROTC Program
- Campus life: Study Abroad
- Campus life: Undergraduate Research
Career Outcomes
Median graduate earnings reach $54,100, underscoring the return on investment for Howard University students.
Admissions & Testing
- Acceptance rate: 35%
- Test midpoints: 1,164 SAT / 24 ACT
- Test policy: Test-optional
- First-year retention: 90%
- Graduation rate: 69%
Student Profile
- Student-faculty ratio: 11:1
- Gender mix: 1% female / 0% male