Howard University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Washington, District Of Columbia. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Howard University has a yearly student enrollment of over 10,000.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1410 - 1720 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Howard University. Approximately 50 percent of all applicant were accepted at Howard University, with 31 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at howard.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $13,000 each year. Howard University may provide financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.
Athletic programs are available at Howard University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include the following:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.howard.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Howard University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Howard University is around 10,000 students, with undergraduate students making up about 69% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $23,000-$27,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $980-$1,200 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 84% | $22,687 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 89% | $6,416 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Howard University may offer services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Howard University is around 61%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 40% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 16% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Law Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Program
- Pediatric Dentistry Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Howard University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-AA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Howard University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Architecture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Anatomy (M)
- Genetics (M)
- Microbiology (D)
- Pharmacology (D)
- Physiology (D)
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology and Anatomy
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services (B)
- Business Administration (M)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B)
- International Business (B)
- Fashion Merchandising (B)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (B)
- Insurance (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
- Radio and Television (B)
- Communication and Journalism (B, C, D)
- Communications (D)
- Broadcast Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Systems Analyst (B, M)
- Information Science
- Computer and Information Systems Security
Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- Elementary Education (M)
- Early Childhood Education (M)
- Special Education (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Secondary Education (M)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Educational, Instructional and Curriculum Supervision
- Educational Administration
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Physical Education
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist
Engineering
- Chemical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Systems Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- African Studies (B, D, M)
- Women's Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (B, M)
- Consumer Economics
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature
- Modern Greek Language and Literature
- French Language and Literature
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
Health and Clinical Professions
- Medicine (D)
- Pharmacy (D)
- Dentistry (C, D)
- Nursing (B, M)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
- Physician Assistant (B)
- Occupational Therapy (M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Dental Hygienist (C)
- Radiology Technician (B)
- Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (D)
- Health Management and Clinical Assistant
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Banking, Corporate, Finance and Securities Law
- Legal Professions and Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (D)
- Physics (B, D, M)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Counseling Psychology (D)
- Educational Psychology (D, M)
- School Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B, M)
- Parks and Recreation
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D)
- Anthropology
- International Relations
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Ministry (D, M)
- Theological and Ministerial Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Art Studies (B, M)
- Music (B, M)
- Interior Design (B)
- Film Studies (M)
- Dance
- Fashion Design
- Theatre and Theatre Arts Management
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Howard University.
- University of the District of Columbia in Washington, DC (3 miles away)
- Bowie State University in Bowie, MD (15 miles away)
- University of Maryland - Baltimore County in Baltimore, MD (29 miles away)
- United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD (29 miles away)
- Coppin State University in Baltimore, MD (33 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Howard University for official up-to-date information.
