Howard University

Howard University (HU) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Washington, DC. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.

The HU's 2022 tuition & fees is $28,916. 91% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $20,237.

The school has a total enrollment of 10,859 and the student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).

The average earning after 10 years of graduation from HU is $54,500 and it varies by field of study.

Howard University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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Directory Information

Address	2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 20059
Phone	202-806-6100
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Athletic	Athletic Team Information
Disability Service	Disability Sevices
School Type	four-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie Category	Research University (high research activity)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)

Howard University Campus, Washington, DC

2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation

For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Howard University are $28,916. For graduate programs, its 2022 graduate school tuition and fees are $34,326.

The estimated 2023 tuition & fees are $30,150 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees are $36,022.

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Undergraduate	$28,916
Graduate	$34,326

Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: March 14, 2022)

Undergraduate	$30,150
Graduate	$36,022

The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the HU directly. See the HU bursar/financial aid page for more information.

2022 Key Stats

The Acceptance rate at Howard University is 35% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,185.

The average graduation rate is 64%. Total 10,859 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).

The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $54,500. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist program shows the highest salary with $81,300 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2022 HU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	35% Acceptance Rate / 27% Yield
Test Scores »	1,185 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »	64%
Transfer-out Rate	25%
Retention Rate	90%(full-time), 20% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »	10,859 (7,857 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$20,237
Average Earning After 10 years of graduation	$54,500
Average Salary by Field of Study	$16,300 - $81,300

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services

Howard University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.

Special Learning Opportunities at HU
Online Class	Undergraduate, Graduate
ROTC	Army, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes

HU provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.

On-Campus Student Services at HU
Remedial services	Yes
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No
Library facilities at institution	Various Library Facilities Provided

Campus Life

The following table illustrates the special characteristics of HU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 5,909. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,739.