Washington, DC

Howard University

www.howard.edu/ ⟶

Graduation Rate
60%
Tuition (In-State)
$33,344
Acceptance Rate
35%
Enrollment
12,886
Howard University, a culturally diverse, comprehensive, research intensive and historically Black private university, provides an educational experience of exceptional quality at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels to students of high academic standing and potential, with particular emphasis upon educational opportunities for Black students. Moreover, the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are, through their teaching, research and service, committed to the development of distinguished, historically aware, and compassionate graduates and to the discovery of solutions to human problems in the United States and throughout the world. With an abiding interest in both domestic and international affairs, the University is committed to continuing to produce leaders for America and the global community.

Costs and Financial Aid

$54,630
Tuition
$33,344
Room and Board
$16,474
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,452

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$54,630
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Estimated annual cost generated from the Department of Education. Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
$54,630
Tuition
$33,344
Room and Board
$16,474
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,452

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$54,630
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
$54,630
Tuition
$33,344
Room and Board
$16,474
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,452

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$54,630
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
Federal Grants
44%
$5,645
State/Local Grants
2%
$1,046
Institutional Grants
99%
$18,977
Loans
64%
$7,796

Percent Receiving Aid and Average Aid Amount

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Acceptance Rate and Test Scores

35%

Acceptance Rate

27% students submit SAT
10% students submit ACT

Applicants Submitting Test Scores

560-660
SAT
Verbal
540-638
SAT
Math
22-28
ACT
Composite

Typical Test Scores of Admitted Students

Diversity and Demographics

12,886
Students
76% Undergrad
24% Graduate

Degree Type

91% Full-time
9% Part-time

Full-time vs Part-time Status

9,809
Undergrad
Students
72% Female
28% Male

Gender Ratio

American Indian or Alaskan Native
1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Black
65%
Hispanic
6%
White
0%
Unknown
15%
Non-resident
4%

Race and Ethnicity of Undergrad Students

Graduation Rate and Most Popular Majors

60%
4 years

Graduation Rate

Biology/Biological Sciences, General
186
Political Science and Government, General
148
Psychology, General
132
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
121
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
96

Most Popular Majors and Number of Graduates

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