Howard University (HU)

(Washington, DC)

Howard University is a private, historically black university located in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1867, the university provides an education which is dynamic and diverse.

Howard is known for its rich campus cultural and social life. With an incredibly diverse student body, undergraduates will be able to find activities that interest them, including cultural, religious, athletic, political, and musical entities.

An education at Howard is all about connecting; with the life of the mind, the heart of Howard's proud traditions, and the soul of a people.

Notable Howard alums include foreign dignitaries, United States Senators, and famous actors and singers.

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Admissions

54%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.3
  • January 01, 2011
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1360–2020 SAT Total
  • 460–660 SAT Reading
  • 440–660 SAT Math
  • 430–660 SAT Writing
  • 19–29 ACT Composite
  • 17–30 ACT English
  • 18–29 ACT Math
  • 20–29 ACT Writing
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$27,985
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $16,075
  • $16,075
  • $9,910
  • $2,000

Will I Like It

7,922
number of undergraduates
  • 66% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Education

Education Administration

Engineering

Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Health & Medicine

Dentistry, Fitness

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Dance, Drama & Theatre, Film & Video

Social Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Visual Arts & Design

Fashion Design

Extra Curriculars

Computers, Culture, Dancing, Drama, Film, Computer Club, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Film Society, Foreign Language Club, French Club, German Club, Glee Club

Mailing Address

2400 Sixth St NW
Washington, DC 20059-0001
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