Howard University
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Howard University

Howard University is a private, federally chartered historically black research university located in Washington D.C, United States. It is categorized as “R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity. The motto of the university is “Truth and Service”. The university got its accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The official website of the university is www.howard.edu .

Howard University, USP

Howard University has awarded more than 100,000 degrees in the professions, arts, sciences and humanities. Howard University ranks among the highest producers of the nation’s black professionals in medicine, pharmacy, engineering, dentistry, nursing, architecture, religion, law, music, social work and education. It is among the top universities of the United States.

Howard University, Campus

The campus of Howard University is often referred to as “The Mecca”. It is located in northwest Washington D.C. The campus includes Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall, Founders Library and Gallery of Arts. It has nine residence halls for students. University Hospital was opened in 1975 on the eastern end of the campus.

Howard University, Library

The Howard University library system has eight branches and centers that are-

The Founders Library – It is the main library of the university.
The School of Business Library
The School of Divinity Library
The School of Social Work Library
The Moorland-Spingarn Research Center
The Channing Pollock Theater Collection
The Patent and Trademark Resource Center
The Undergraduate Library
Afro-American Studies Center

Howard University, Schools and Colleges

The schools and colleges of the Howard University are –

College of Engineering and Architecture
College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences
College of Pharmacy
Howard University College of Arts and Sciences
Howard University College of Dentistry
Howard University School of Business
Howard University School of Communication
Howard University College of Medicine
Howard University School of Law
Middle School of Mathematics and Science
School of Divinity
School of Education
School of Social work

Howard University, Courses

Some of the courses of the Howard University are –

Accounting
Art
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Criminology
Economics
English
Finance
Health Sciences
History
Mathematics
Marketing
Management
Music
Physics
Political Sciences
Psychology
Spanish

Students can further fid the courses of their choice on the official website of the university that is https://www2.howard.edu/fields-of-study

Howard University, Alumni

The notable alumni of the Howard University are –

Kamala Harris – Vice President of United States
Thurgood Marshall – Supreme Court Judge
Mike Espy – Secretary of Agriculture
Edward Brooke – Senator
David Dinkins – Mayor of New York City
Ras Baraka – Mayor of Newark
Zora Neale Hurston – Author
Ta-Nehisi Coates – Writer
Chadwick Boseman – Actor
Kamran Diba – Architect

Howard University, Rankings and Achievements

The rankings of the Howard University are –

The university ranked 581-590 by QS World University Ranking.
It was ranked 901-1000 by ARWU.
The university ranked 201-250 by THE.
It was ranked 761 by U.S. News & World Report.
It also ranked 388 by Forbes and 141 by Washington Monthly at national level.

Howard University, Student life

TRADITIONAL EVENTS

Some of the events hosts by the Howard University are –

Howard Homecoming – It is the most prominent and richest cultural tradition of the institution. It includes Homecoming Football game and Tailgate, Pep rally, Greek step-show, Fashion show and Coronation ball.
Springfest – It is an annual fest organized by the Undergraduate Student Association to celebrate spring.
Bison Ball - It is an annual black tie gala hosted by Howard University Student Association.
Resfest – it involves freshmen living in residence halls on campus and competing in several competitions, debates and step shows.

SPORTS AND FITNESS

Howard University is a member of NCAA Division I varsity teams competition. It primarily competes in the Mid Eastern Athletic Conference. The Howard University provides many varsity sports to their students that include Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Handball, Swimming and Diving, Cross-Country, Baseball, Soccer, Country Race and Hockey.

ACCOMMODATION

The Howard University has nine residence hall in its campus that are –

Drew Hall
College North Hall
The Harriet Tubman Quadrangle
Cook Hall
Bethune Annex
Plaza Tower West
College Hall South
Plaza Towers East

Howard University, Top Landmarks

The famous places to visit around Howard University are –

Smithsonian Garden
Blue Fern Travel
The 930 Club
Lincoln Memorial
District Flea
African-American Civil War Memorial & Museum
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Wet Dog Tavern
The Magic Duel
National Air and Space Museum

Howard University, Food and Drink

Howard Delicatessen
Dulcinea Bar and Grill
Mama Chuy Dc
Salt and Pepper Grill Indian & Pakistani Cuisine
Five Guys
Negril – DC
Sankofa Café
McDonald’s
Food Corner Kabob and Rossetria
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Napoli Pasta Bar

Howard University, Entry Requirements

The entry requirements of the Howard University are –

GPA score of 3.5 or more
ACT score between 22-27
SAT score of 1130 and above
IELTS score of average 6.5
TOEFL score of 550

Students can further check their eligibility according to their desired course on the official website of the university that is www.howard.edu

Howard University, Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate of Howard University is 39 %.

Howard University, Scholarship

The aids of Howard University are available from various sources such as Senators, Delegates, federal government, community groups and departments. The students have to fill the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and provide other information and requirements to get the aid. International students have to fill IFSAA (International Student Financial Aid Application), it determines the need based eligibility for institutional aid.

Where to apply

Students can directly apply on the official website of the Howard University that is www.howard.edu

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