Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
34.89%
SAT Average
1,205
ACT Range
22-28
Howard University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 34.89%. This means approximately 349 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,604 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
34.89%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $33,344 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,344 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $51,450 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $47,919 | State avg: $26,516. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 40.53% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 57.12% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Howard University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,344
Room and board
$16,474
Books and supplies
$1,360
Other expenses
$3,452
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$51,450
Average net price
$47,919
Average aid coverage
7%
$3,531 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Howard University pays approximately $47,919 per year after grants and aid. This is above the District of Columbia average of $26,516 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Howard University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to District of Columbia and national averages.
Howard University net price
$47,919
District of Columbia average
$26,516
National average
$17,506
Howard University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,344 and average net price at $47,919. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,344
Current net price
$47,919
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
68.90%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,066
Undergraduates
9,604
10-Year Median Earnings - Howard University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Howard University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Howard University?
Undergraduates
9,604
Completion rate
68.90%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
40.53%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
57.12%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 40.53% of Howard University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 57.12% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Howard University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Howard University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Howard University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Howard University is listed at 2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 20059. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Howard University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard University | 34.89% | $33,344 | $47,919 | $63,066 |
| Georgetown University | 13.08% | $65,081 | $39,433 | $103,494 |
| George Washington University | 43.54% | $64,990 | $37,454 | $90,873 |
| American University | 47.38% | $56,543 | $41,945 | $77,370 |
| The Catholic University of America | 83.84% | $55,834 | $32,798 | $73,250 |
Similar Schools in Washington
This local cluster focuses on nearby Washington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard University's acceptance rate?
Howard University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 34.89%.
How much is Howard University tuition?
Howard University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,344.
What is Howard University's average net price?
Howard University's average net price in the local dataset is $47,919.
What does Howard University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $44,234 for Howard University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Howard University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,066 for Howard University.
Is Howard University accredited?
Howard University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Howard University?
The local dataset lists 9,604 undergraduate students at Howard University.
What percentage of Howard University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Howard University in the local dataset is 40.53%.
What is the federal loan rate at Howard University?
The federal loan rate for Howard University in the local dataset is 57.12%.
Where should I verify Howard University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Howard University or the latest official federal education data.