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Howard University

#2 in Best HBCU Schools in America
  • 4 Year
  • Washington, DC
  • 3,622 reviews
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    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      C
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      A+
    7. Professors
      B+
    8. Location
      A
    9. Dorms
      D+
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      C-
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    Howard is an above-average private university located in Washington, D.C. As a historically black college, Howard has a strong history of and commitment to the education of black Americans. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 6,090 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Howard acceptance rate is 41%. Popular majors include Biology, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Communications. Graduating 63% of students, Howard alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $35,800.
    About Howard University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
    Address
    2400 Sixth Street NW
    Washington, DC 20059
    Website
    howard.edu

    Howard University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    41%
    Application Deadline
    February 15
    SAT Range
    1090-1290
    ACT Range
    22-28
    Application Fee
    $45
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $21,061/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $20,427/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    89%

    Academics

    Professors
    B+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    65%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.187 responses
    38%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.208 responses
    55%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.208 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Biology
      148 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      137 Graduates
    • Communications
      118 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      92 Graduates
    • Psychology
      86 Graduates
    • Broadcast Journalism
      63 Graduates
    • Business Support Services
      59 Graduates
    • Marketing
      44 Graduates
    • Healthcare Management
      43 Graduates
    • Finance
      40 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    6,090Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    264
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    47%
    Varsity Athletes
    6%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 138 responses
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    • "Work hard, play hard" mentality
      30%
    • Very fun but goal oriented
      27%
    • All of the above
      12%
    • All the above, never average.. turn up w/ a 3.97
      9%
    • Average student that enjoys a good "turn up"/party
      8%
    • On their grind
      7%
    • Very enlightened individual
      5%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    100%
    Poll
    69%
    of students say that Greek life is pretty big.281 responses
    Poll
    58%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.336 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 142 responses
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    • Great experience
      26%
    • Couldn't imagine being anywhere else
      20%
    • Different
      10%
    • Howard is definitely interesting. ;)
      8%
    • Interesting
      6%
    • I wouldn't change it for anything
      6%
    • Wonderful experience but not worth the debt
      6%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $49,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    63%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    85%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.123 responses
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    Howard University Reviews

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    Howard wasn’t my first choice, at all! But now that I am here and I am experiencing it. I’m glad that I decided to go here. Howard not only surpassed my expectations but also gave me a new insight into hbcu’s. Yes there’s certain areas Howard’s administration could approve on but for the amount of student here Howard is doing a pretty decent job. I am proud to be apart of this institute and can’t wait to be an alum. Class of 2023
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    Attending Howard University has been a blessing. The atmosphere is incredible. You would be impressed by the excellence that is displayed all throughout campus. But what really makes Howard stay out is its outstanding drive for its students to be great being themselves. There are so many who have started their own school organizations or have just brought change through the city and nationwide. I've become so much more involved with political, environmental, and personal issues that I would usually just pass over. However, there are a few areas that Howard needs improvement, such as, freshman housing, admission/financial availability, and their disbursement of money. The experience would be even better if students weren't so stressed out due to the poor university to student relationship. Let's not talk down on them too much. I'm happy I choose to attend Howard University.
    What I love about Howard University is that it is an HBCU whose student body is dedicated to their educational and academic success. The motto is "Excellent in truth and service" for a reason because that's truly what the students here embody. Mostly everyone who attends this university made this their first choice. With the student body being predominantly Black, that's also a reason most of the students are here to be able to connect with someone who relates to them because a lot of students didn't have that opportunities in high school. Howard, however, does have its faults when it comes to taking their time to process information, and so on. However, it is based in its community. Through outreach, networking, and forming alliances with one another to stay connected and make this a better experience with one another, that makes an even better college experience.