Howard University

Washington, United States of America

Howard University, located in Washington, D.C., is a prestigious, historically Black university (HBCU) founded in 1867. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across diverse disciplines, including arts, sciences, law, medicine, and engineering.

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Howard University

Washington, United States of America

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What are the average GPA and test scores for admitted students?

Admission is competitive. The middle 50% typically have GPAs between 3.5-4.0 (weighted) and SAT scores between 1160-1300 or ACT scores between 23-29. Howard is currently test-optional for most undergraduate programs. Holistic review is key.

What application platform does Howard use?

Howard University primarily uses the Common Application for undergraduate admissions. Some graduate programs may use specific school/department applications or centralized systems like SOPHAS (Public Health).

Are interviews required for admission?

Interviews are not typically required for undergraduate admission. However, some highly selective programs (like the Honors Program) or specific graduate/professional schools (Medicine, Law, Business) may offer or recommend interviews as part of their process.