Howard University admissions
Washington, DC
Howard University acceptance rate
41.3%
14,144 of 34,211 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Selective. With a rate like this, Howard University is a target or reach depending on how your profile compares with admitted students.
Key numbers
- Yield: 19% of admitted students enrolled (2,738 of 14,144).
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Common questions about Howard University
What is the acceptance rate at Howard University?
Howard University admitted 41.3% of applicants (14,144 of 34,211) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Howard University?
2,738 of the 14,144 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 19%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Howard University?
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