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Howard University

Washington, District of Columbia · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,379

Acceptance Rate

35%

Graduation Rate

69%

Annual Tuition

$33,344

At a Glance

Total Students

9,604

Retention Rate

90%

Faculty Ratio

11

Financial Aid

57%

Median Debt

$24,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Howard University is a private, non-profit institution in Washington, D.C., with 9,604 students. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 34.9% of applicants. The university retains 90.1% of its students and graduates 69.2% within a typical timeframe. The net price for in-state tuition is $33,344.

Graduates of Howard University report earnings of $41,194 one year after graduation, $47,379 after five years, and $63,066 after ten years. The median debt for students is $24,500, and 57.1% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 42% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Howard University alumni earn $41,194. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $47,379. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $63,066. The median debt for students is $24,500, and 57.1% of students receive financial aid.

Howard University has a high retention rate of 90.1% and a graduation rate of 69.2%. The university has an acceptance rate of 34.9% and a student population of 9,604. The in-state tuition is $33,344.

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Campus Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, DC 20059

Howard University is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Howard University has an acceptance rate of 34.9%.