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Applying to Howard University in Washington, DC : Info & How-To

If you’re contemplating submitting an application to Howard University, it’s worth noting that this college, situated in Washington, DC, USA, is recognized for being of average selectivity compared to other colleges throughout the country.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$45
Admissions Website	www2.howard.edu/admission
Online Appliation Website	https://www2.howard.edu/admission/undergraduate/adm-process

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Average Selectivity
Applications Accepted	39%

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Is It Hard to Get Into Howard?

Acceptance Rate

Howard University has an acceptance rate of 39%, which means the school is serious about who it admits. Take your time in putting together a strong application that highlights why you are a good fit for Howard.

Average Test Scores

About 78% of students accepted to Howard submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 580 and 640. Math scores were between 550 and 620.

Howard received ACT scores from 37% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 22 and 26.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
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