Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Washington, District Of Columbia |
| Online | howard.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Washington, District Of Columbia, Howard University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 20,946 prospective students applied, and 6,617 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,501 enrolled in the school. 8,500 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 639 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $24,966 plus fees of $1,790. Howard is ranked 154 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1280 |
| ACT | 22/27 |
| GPA | 3.54 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,790 |
| Room and Board | $13,895 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,651 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Communication | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=131520 IPEDS survey data for Howard University.