Howard University
Howard University a culturally diverse comprehensive research intensive and historically Black private university provides an educational experience of exceptional quality at the undergraduate graduate and professional levels to students of high academic standing and potential with particular emphasis upon educational opportunities for Black students. Moreover the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are through their teaching research and service committed to the development of distinguished historically aware and compassionate graduates and to the discovery of solutions to human problems in the United States and throughout the world. With an abiding interest in both domestic and international affairs the University is committed to continuing to produce leaders for America and the global community.
School Information
Washington, District of Columbia 20059-0001
P: (202) 806-6100
F: (202) 806-2818
Locale: City: Large
Open Admissions: Yes
Sector: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Carnegie Basic: Research Universities (high research activity)
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Students & Faculty
Students
- 11,115Total Students
- 3,937Male Students
- 7,178Female Students
- 544Total Intl Students
- 256Intl Male Students
- 288Intl Female Students
Faculty
- Not setTotal Faculty
- 1,737Male Faculty
- 1,326Female Faculty
- 10:1Student/Fac Ratio
Tuition Information
Out of State Tuition
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expenses
Total
Admissions
8,794
total applicants
54%
admitted (4790)
17%
enrolled (1494)
SAT Scores: 25th-75th percentile
ACT Scores: 25th-75th percentile
Other Requirements
Note: 25th-75th percentile ranges show the range of scores achieved by the middle 50% of students who were admitted to the school.
- Certificate
- Associate's
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctorate
| Accounting | ||||||
| African Studies | ||||||
| African-American/Black Studies | ||||||
| Anatomy | ||||||
| Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature | ||||||
| Anthropology | ||||||
| Architecture | ||||||
| Art/Art Studies, General | ||||||
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General | ||||||
| Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law | ||||||
| Biochemistry | ||||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | ||||||
| Broadcast Journalism | ||||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | ||||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | ||||||
| Cell Biology and Anatomy | ||||||
| Chemical Engineering | ||||||
| Chemistry, General | ||||||
| Child Development | ||||||
| Civil Engineering, General | ||||||
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General | ||||||
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | ||||||
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other | ||||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | ||||||
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | ||||||
| Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst | ||||||
| Consumer Economics | ||||||
| Counseling Psychology | ||||||
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | ||||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | ||||||
| Dance, General | ||||||
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | ||||||
| Dentistry | ||||||
| Divinity/Ministry | ||||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | ||||||
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | ||||||
| Economics, General | ||||||
| Educational Administration and Supervision, Other | ||||||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | ||||||
| Educational Psychology | ||||||
| Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision | ||||||
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | ||||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | ||||||
| English Language and Literature, General | ||||||
| Fashion Merchandising | ||||||
| Fashion/Apparel Design | ||||||
| Film/Cinema/Video Studies | ||||||
| Finance, General | ||||||
| French Language and Literature | ||||||
| Genetics, General | ||||||
| German Language and Literature | ||||||
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General | ||||||
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | ||||||
| History, General | ||||||
| Hospitality Administration/Management, General | ||||||
| Information Science/Studies | ||||||
| Insurance | ||||||
| Interior Design | ||||||
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | ||||||
| International Relations and Affairs | ||||||
| International/Global Studies | ||||||
| Journalism | ||||||
| Law | ||||||
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other | ||||||
| Marketing, Other | ||||||
| Mathematics, General | ||||||
| Mechanical Engineering | ||||||
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | ||||||
| Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist | ||||||
| Medicine | ||||||
| Microbiology, General | ||||||
| Modern Greek Language and Literature | ||||||
| Music Teacher Education | ||||||
| Music, General | ||||||
| Nutrition Sciences | ||||||
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | ||||||
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies | ||||||
| Pharmaceutics and Drug Design | ||||||
| Pharmacology | ||||||
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | ||||||
| Pharmacy | ||||||
| Philosophy | ||||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | ||||||
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | ||||||
| Physician Assistant | ||||||
| Physics, General | ||||||
| Political Science and Government, General | ||||||
| Psychology, General | ||||||
| Public Administration | ||||||
| Radio and Television | ||||||
| Reading Teacher Education | ||||||
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | ||||||
| Russian Language and Literature | ||||||
| School Psychology | ||||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | ||||||
| Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education | ||||||
| Social Work | ||||||
| Sociology | ||||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | ||||||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | ||||||
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | ||||||
| Systems Engineering | ||||||
| Theatre/Theatre Arts Management | ||||||
| Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other | ||||||
| Women's Studies | ||||||
| Zoology/Animal Biology | ||||||