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Howard University

Washington, DC
NCAA D1
9,604 Students
Website
Financial Profile

How much is tuition at Howard University?

In-State Tuition$33,344
Out-of-State Tuition$33,344

What is the acceptance rate at Howard University?

Acceptance Rate35%
Return on Investment

What are the post-graduate earnings for Howard University alumni?

The median salary of alumni 10 years after enrolling is $63,066. This metric serves as a powerful indicator of the networking opportunities, degree strength, and long-term financial security provided by this institution.

10-Year Median Salary$63,066
Tier 4: Elite

Men Basketball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$2,249,273
Budget Power~67 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Basketball

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$1,668,897
Budget Power~50 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$505,196
Budget Power~15 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$505,196
Budget Power~15 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$660,585
Budget Power~19 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$660,585
Budget Power~19 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Football

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$5,919,007
Budget Power~177 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Golf

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$440,180
Budget Power~13 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Golf

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$405,239
Budget Power~12 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Lacrosse

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$763,541
Budget Power~22 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$615,600
Budget Power~18 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$944,526
Budget Power~28 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Softball

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$849,340
Budget Power~25 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Swimming and Diving (combined)

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$535,206
Budget Power~16 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Swimming and Diving (combined)

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$512,752
Budget Power~15 In-State Full Rides
Tier 2: Developmental

Men Tennis

Building program. Limited athletic aid, standard gear allocations.

Operating Budget$321,548
Budget Power~9 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$413,126
Budget Power~12 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Volleyball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,073,037
Budget Power~32 In-State Full Rides
Tier 1: Foundational

Women Bowling

Primarily walk-on driven. Minimal athletic financial aid or extensive travel budget.

Operating Budget$136,430
Budget Power~4 In-State Full Rides
Benchmarks & Percentiles

Institutional Rankings

Overall placement across the country

Home RegionDC Conference Tier
Alumni ROI

Post-Grad Salary

$63,066

National Salary Rank#503 / 2,819
State Salary Rank#5 / 11
Percentile RangeTop 18%
Tuition Cost

In-State Cost

$33,344

National Cost Rank#2,204 / 2,819
State Cost Rank#8 / 12
Percentile RangeTop 78%
Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

35%

National Acceptance Rank#145 / 2,819
State Acceptance Rank#2 / 8
Percentile RangeTop 5%