Howard University
Historically Black college or university · Washington, DC · 10,108 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
41%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1090–1320
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$33,002
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$58,032
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
74%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Howard University?
Howard University accepts about 41 of every 100 applicants (41%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1090 and 1320 on the SAT. A score at or above 1320 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1090, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says Howard University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Howard University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Howard University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $58,032 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $33,002 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $38,936 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$38,936
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$38,936
- Room & board$18,982
- Total cost of attendance$58,032
- Average net price after grants$33,002
Popular majors
Business, Political Science, Biology, Communications.
Howard University FAQ
- What is Howard University's acceptance rate?
- 41% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Howard University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1090–1320. Aim for 1320 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Howard University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is Howard University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Howard University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Howard University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Howard University cost?
- About $58,032 a year before aid; $33,002 on average after grants.
- What is Howard University's FAFSA school code?
- 001448. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Howard University receives your information.
- What is Howard University's graduation rate?
- 74% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Howard University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Washington UniversityWashington, DC | 47% | 1350–1500 | $35,760 | 83% |
| The University of Tennessee-KnoxvilleKnoxville, TN | 42% | 1200–1370 | $18,314 | 74% |
| North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh, NC | 42% | 1300–1470 | $16,486 | 85% |
| University of California-DavisDavis, CA | 42% | — | $14,318 | 86% |
| The University of TampaTampa, FL | 40% | — | $40,584 | 69% |
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