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All first-year undergraduate applicants can apply for Howard University admissions 2025 through the 'Common Application' for UG admission. They must submit the complete application by the deadline to get into the university. Mentioned below are the deadlines for UG and PG admission at Howard:

  • Howard University deadline for undergraduate early admission is Nov 01, 2025 
  • Howard application deadline for MBA admission in Fall 2025 is Jun 01, 2025

Howard University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
B.Sc.(6 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE
B.E. / B.Tech(3 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE
MBA/PGDM(2 courses)
INR 26 L - 67 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 6.5, TOEFL: 90 & Above, GRE, PTE
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Q:   How difficult is it to get admission at Howard University?
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It may be difficult to get admission at Howard because of its moderately high acceptance rate. Howard acceptance rate is around 52%, which means out of 100 applications only 52 are admitted. Applicants must require a strong academic profile and submit the application by the deadline to get admission to the university.

Q:   How do Indian students get admission in Howard University?
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International students must submit an online application by the programme deadline to get admission in Howard University from India. They must meet the admission requirements of the programme and also submit the proof of English language proficiecny. Mentioned below are the general requirements for undergraduate admission to the university: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Must have at least a GPA of 3.0 or above on a scale of 4.0
  • Submit a personal statement
  • Must provide letters of recommendation (numbers vary as per program)
  • Applicants may ask for an updated resume or CV
  • Work experience post-completion of undergraduate degree (if aplicable)

Also read: Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Q:   As an Indian, how can I get admission to Howard University?
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Howard University eligibility for international students are given below-

  • To pursue the undergraduate courses of Howard, the applicants must complete high school
  • The applicants must have an academic record equivalent to 4-year bachelor's degree of Howard University
Q:   Does Howard University accept international students?
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Yes, Howard University accepts international students both at undergraduate and graduate levels. As a part of the holistic admission process at the undergraduate level, the university accepts students’ secondary school academic records, standardized entrance exams, leadership in school and community activities, educational objectives, unique talents and skills. For graduate admissions, the applicants must have a superior academic record.

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Howard University Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   How much is the application fee for a Howard University MBA student?
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Howard University application fee for MBA program is USD 123 (INR 10.6k) for international students. Indian students should submit the below documents for MBA program:

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Q:   How much does it cost to attend Howard University for 1 year?
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Howard University tuition cost is INR 32L. For a UG program, the total cost for studying at Howard University includes housing, food, books, transport, and more. Students can check the Howard University cost below

Particulars

Expenses for UG courses

Housing

USD 12,380 (Around INR 10.5 L)

Food

USD 6,602 (Around INR 5.6 L)

Books & supplies

USD 1,220 (Around INR 1 L)

Transportation

USD 1,154 (Around INR 98k)

Personal / Misc. expenses

USD 2,494 (Around INR 2.13 L)

Q:   What rank is Howard University in the world?
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Howard Uni ranking is #1093 in Best Global Universities category by U.S. News. In other world rankings, Howard ranks at #1001-1200 position in 2025 and 2026. Looking at the world rankings, it can be said that Howard ranks at Top 1500 Universities in the world. 

Q:   What is the fee for admission at Howard University?
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Howard University fees for international students vary from INR 27 L to INR 63 L for first-year. The table below includes first-year fees of some popular courses at the university:

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1st Year Tuition Fees

MS

INR 27 L - 62 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 62 L

MIM

INR 62 L

BSc

INR 27 L

BE/BTech

INR 27 L

LLM

INR 63 L

BFA

INR 27 L

MA

INR 32 L - 62 L

BSN

INR 27 L

MSN

INR 54 L

BBA

INR 27 L

MPH

INR 62 L

BA

INR 27 L

BJMC

INR 27 L

MFA

INR 56 L

Also read: Affordable and Cheap Universities in the USA

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Answered a month ago

Yes, international students at Howard are eligible for a need-based financial aid. These students are required to submit an IFSAA. This has to be submitted before the deadlines. The processing time is up to 14 business days from the date the Office of Financial Aid get the completed IFSAA file. 

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As per Payscale.com, the average salary of Howard University graduates is USD 77,000 per year (Around INR 69 lakh). The job-wise salary details are given below: 

Job TitleAverage Salary 
HR Generalist USD 71,000
Management Consultant USD 84,429
Executive DirectorUSD 132,500
Senior Financial Analyst USD 94,750

 

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Answered a month ago

In the U.S. rankings, Howard University ranking is #88 in 2026 National Universities rankings. In the previous year's rankings, this university was ranked at #86. It is also ranked at #141 in the Best Value schools category. Considering the US-based rankings, this university ranks among the Top 100

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Founded in 1867, Howard University is one of the leading research universities in the U.S. The main campus of this university is home to 256 acres of land across the district of Maryland and Columbia. The university's main campus is in Northwest D.C. While studying at this university, students can e

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Chandra Sharma

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Answered a month ago

Yes, Howard Uni international students are allowed to part-time. They can work for a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic terms. They can work 40 hours per week during the winter and summer breaks. Students can also opt for off-campus employment 

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