School Summary

Howard University


General Information:

Founded in 1867, Howard University is seated on 257 acres located in Independent City county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 13:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 8 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1968. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
Nonprofit control

Address, Phone and URL:

2400 Sixth Street, NW

Washington, DC
20059-0002
For more information call: 202 806-2763. This school has a website at https://www.howard.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www2.howard.edu/admission


Application Deadline: February
Application Fee: $45
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: Standardized test scores required; campus visit recommended
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: ACT, SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $0.00 $0.00
Room and Board $16,474.00 $16,474.00
Fees $466.00 $466.00
Total $16,940.00 $16,940.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.howard.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 10.6% 9.7%
600-699 42.2% 30.3%
500-599 39.2% 47.6%
400-499 7% 11.7%
300-399 1% 0.7%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 10.2%
24-29 43.7%
18-23 40.5%
12-17 5.6%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 18%
11-25% 41.00%
26-50% 32.00%
Under 50% 9.00%



Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Water polo, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Water polo, Cross-country running


Basketball, Football, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Bowling, Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 2,507
Female 6,457
Total 8,964


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,507
Female 6,457
Total 12,065

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 4%
African American 67%
Hispanic 6%
Native American 1%
White 0%
Other 20%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 97%
At Least 25 Years Old 3%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 2%
Out Of State 98%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 56%
Live Off Campus 44%


Homecoming, Bison Week, Spring Fest

Howard University Student Association, Undergraduate Student Assembly, Campus Pals, International Student Organization, Entrepreneurial Society, Howard University


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 19.0701                                           Human Development and Family Studies, General
  • 09.0900                                           Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 51.0000                                           Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 38.0101                                           Philosophy
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 16.0901                                           French Language and Literature
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 54.0104                                           History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
  • 05.0101                                           African Studies
  • 05.0201                                           African-American/Black Studies
  • 26.0502                                           Microbiology, General
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 50.0703                                           Art History, Criticism and Conservation
  • 45.0605                                           International Economics
  • 13.0901                                           Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 09.0401                                           Journalism
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 14.0901                                           Computer Engineering, General
  • 14.0801                                           Civil Engineering, General
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.1201                                           Management Information Systems, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 04.0201                                           Architecture
  • 51.0907                                           Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
  • 50.1004                                           Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
  • 14.1001                                           Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 14.1901                                           Mechanical Engineering
  • 14.0701                                           Chemical Engineering
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 51.0701                                           Health/Health Care Administration/Management
  • 52.0203                                           Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • 52.1101                                           International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 51.2301                                           Art Therapy/Therapist
  • 51.0711                                           Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist
  • 30.1901                                           Nutrition Sciences
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 51.0299                                           Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other
  • 52.1299                                           Management Information Systems and Services, Other
  • 09.9999                                           Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
  • 31.9999                                           Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.