Howard University

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 enjoy 200+ student clubs and organizations or take part in Division I athletic teams. 

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. 

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 

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: 

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 Universities in the U.S. Also, in the historically Black college or university (HBCU), the top programs of this university are Economics, Computer Science, Business, Psychology, etc. 

Howard University is known for its STEM programs. The National Science foundation has ranked this university as the top producer of African-American Undergraduates who earn Science and Engineering Doctoral degrees. Also, this university boasts nationally-ranked programs in Social Work, Business and Communications. Howard University School of Social Work ranks at #12 in U.S. News and World Report in the 204 rankings. This makes this university ranks among the Top 5% of Best Schools of Social Work nationwide.

Yes Howard strives to promote diversity and celebrate unique identities of its students. It has several student associations for students belonging to various ethnic backgrounds to help them navigate in new environment. For class of 2028 Howard recorded an acceptance rate of 65.8% for international applicants.

This means that out of every 100 international applicants at Howard University is likely to offer admission to 65 - 66 of them making competition relatively easier for international applicants.

Howard University does not mandate a minimum high school GPA requirement nor the submission of standardized test scores like SAT or ACT. The reported composite of the middle 50th percentile population for Fall 2024 Howard admissions was as follows:

Thus, students are recommended to score a minimum GPA of the mentioned range or higher. Moreover, incase a student does not submit SAT/ACT scores, it will not put them to a disadvantage. However, even if not mandated, aspirants are recommended to submit the official standardized test scores with a minimum or higher composite than the one mentioned above.