Washington, DC

Howard University

www.howard.edu/ ⟶

Graduation Rate
61%
Tuition (In-State)
$31,050
Acceptance Rate
53%
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

$51,450
Tuition
$31,050
Room and Board
$15,880
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,160

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$51,450
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
$51,450
Tuition
$31,050
Room and Board
$15,880
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,160

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$51,450
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
$51,450
Tuition
$31,050
Room and Board
$15,880
Books and Supplies
$1,360
Other Expenses
$3,160

Gross Annual Cost

Estimated Annual Cost

$51,450
Gross Annual Cost
Out of pocket:
$45,837
Estimated Annual Cost
Actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
Federal Grants
40%
$5,473
State/Local Grants
3%
$1,054
Institutional Grants
99%
$17,893
Loans
60%
$7,415

Percent Receiving Aid and Average Aid Amount

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Acceptance Rate and Test Scores

53%

Acceptance Rate

31% students submit SAT
13% students submit ACT

Applicants Submitting Test Scores

540-650
SAT
Verbal
510-640
SAT
Math
20-26
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

61%
4 years

Graduation Rate

Political Science and Government, General
121
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
118
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
116
Psychology, General
86
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
80

Most Popular Majors and Number of Graduates

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