Howard University

International students must follow the Howard University application process for MS admission. They must complete the online application and submit it by the deadline along with application fee to get into the university. Mentioned below is the Howard University MS application process for students:

Mentioned below are the equirements for getting into Howard University MBA program:

• Must complete a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• Must have at least GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Submit letters of recommendation
• Provide updated resume/CV
• Submit the proof of English language proficiency

Check below the list of documents required for completing the Howard University application process for MBA admission:

• Official transcripts
• GMAT or GRE score
• IELTS/TOEFL score
• LORs (numbers vary by program)
• SOP
• Personal statement
• Resume or CV

Harvard University has an acceptance rate of around 3.5% and Howard has an acceptance rate of 35%. This shows that Harvard is much more selective with admissions than Howard. Both universities are known to have a different environment for students. Harvard Uni offers a range of extracurricular activities such as drama clubs and intramural sports. Howard University offers courses in areas such as Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Communications and Harvard is known for its courses in Law, Business, and the Humanities.  

Howard University leaped by 29 spots into the category of Top 100 Universities in the US in 2025 according to a top ranking publisher and it ranks at #86 in the National Universities category. In 2024 this university ranked at #115 and this rank further cements the institution's for groundbreaking research, through leadership, innovative academic programs and faculty who push the boundaries of knowledge to create discoveries that are having a transformative effect in Science, Technology, Medical, Business, Education and Humanities fields among others.

A few of the features of Howard University campus life include the 200+ clubs, 21 Division I athletic teams, fulfilling service opportunities, etc. Some of the student organizations at the university are Geography Clubs, Sports Clubs, International Clubs, etc. International clubs, in particular, provide a social outlet for international students while providing a means to bring U.S. and international students together. Since, Howard Uni is located in Washington, DC, students have endless opportunities to experience a wide range of variety of cultural events and activities. 

A few of the famous personalities who have studied at Howard University are:

Kamala Harris: 49th Vice President of the U.S
Toni Morrison: Author
Shirley Franklin: Former Mayor 
Chadwick Boseman: Actor
Taraji Henson: Actress
Thurgood Marshall: Civil Rights Lawyer
Sekhar k: Indian Film Director, screenwriter, and producer

Howard University is considered a Black Ivy league school. The Black Ivy League refers to a segment of the historically black colleges (HBCUs) in the U.S. that attract a majority of high-performing or affluent black students. Howard University is often called as 'The Mecca' and is most recognizable and elite of all the HBCUs. It is known for the following things:

• Its notable alumni that include names like Nobel-prize winning author Toni Morrison, Vice President of the U.S. Kamala Harris, and former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall
• The Karsh STEM scholar program