Howard University
Private nonprofit, 4-year
2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 20059
Quick Facts
9,604
Total Enrollment
35%
Acceptance Rate
69%
Graduation Rate
$47,379
Median Earnings (6yr)
$33,344
In-State Tuition
$47,919
Avg Net Price
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1205
Avg SAT Score
About Howard University
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity |
| Size | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| HBCU | Yes |
Location
| Address | 2400 Sixth St NW |
| City | Washington, DC |
| ZIP Code | 20059 |
| County | District of Columbia |
President/Chief Administrator: Wayne A.I. Frederick (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 9,604 |
Student Demographics
| Male | 27% |
| Female | 73% |
| White | 0% |
| Black | 71% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 3% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 560 | 620 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 580 | 638 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 25 | 28 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| In-State Tuition | $33,344 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $33,344 |
Financial Aid
| Students Receiving Aid | 41% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $44,234 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $45,504 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $49,005 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $50,842 |
| $110,001+ | $51,384 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$47,379
6 Years After
$54,819
8 Years After
$63,066
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $23,659 | 75th percentile: $72,785
Earnings by Family Income Background
$43,358
Low Income
$47,503
Middle Income
$54,430
High Income
Student Outcomes
90%
Full-Time Retention
50%
Part-Time Retention
69%
Graduation Rate
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