Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 53.4%
- Average SAT
- 1,170
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,050–1,290
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 23
- Total Enrollment
- 9,604
Admissions Overview
Howard admits 53% of applicants, making it moderately selective. You'll compete with thousands of students nationwide for a spot at this strong HBCU. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1050-1290 on the SAT, with an average of 1170. Your academics matter, but Howard looks beyond test scores. The university seeks students committed to excellence and service, particularly those who want to be part of a legacy that has produced vice presidents, Supreme Court justices, and Nobel laureates. Howard values students who embrace its mission of developing leaders who will make a difference in their communities and the world.