Howard University is a private, historically black university in Washington, D.C., founded in 1867 by Civil War veterans with the hope of educating freed slaves. Today, Howard University is a leading research university and a top-ranked historically black institution known for its commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. It is home to 13 schools and colleges, including the Howard University School of Medicine, the Howard University School of Business, the Howard University School of Nursing, and the Howard University School of Law. Moreover, Howard’s diverse student body comes from all 50 states and more than 90 countries, representing a range of cultures and background. The university prides itself on its welcoming environment, its focus on student growth, and its commitment to enhancing the learning experiences of its students.
- Address: 2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 00002-0059
- Phone: (202) 806-6100
- Website: www.howard.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 10,859
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $45
- Selectivity: Very Selective
Cost
Tuition and Fees | $28,440 |
Books and Supplies | $1,900 |
Room & Board | $- |
Other | |
Total Cost | $30,340 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 39%
- SAT Range: 1130 – 1260
- ACT Range: 22 – 26
Majors
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 95%
- Part-time: 5%
Student Gender
- Male: 30%
- Female: 70%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 4%
- Black or African American: 68%
- Hispanic / Latino: 7%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 2%
- Two or More Races: 4%
- Unknown: 10%
- Non-resident Alien: 5%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 98%
- 25 and Over: 2%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 0%
- Out-of-State: 100%
- Unknown: 0%