Howard University

Howard University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Washington, DC. It has a 34.9% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1320 and median ACT of 28. The average net price is $50,539. Howard University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Admissions Statistics

Student Outcomes

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Howard University:

Family Income	Avg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000	$46,051
$30,001 – $48,000	$47,477
$48,001 – $75,000	$50,245
$75,001 – $110,000	$52,981
$110,000+	$54,270

Top Majors at Howard University

Major	Degrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing	284
Social Sciences	270
Communication & Journalism	225
Health Professions	206
Biological & Biomedical Sciences	202
Psychology	170
Engineering	92
Computer & Information Sciences	81
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	76
Visual & Performing Arts	69

Financial Aid at Howard University

• 100.0% of students receive some form of financial aid
• Average grant/scholarship: $21,422 per year
• Average net price (all students): $50,539 per year

About Howard University

• Type: Private nonprofit 4-year
• Location: Washington, DC
• Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
• Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• HBCU: Yes
• Yield Rate: 2000.0%

Official website: https://www.howard.edu/

Admissions: https://www2.howard.edu/admission

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