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Thank you for your interest in Howard University. Each year embodied our core values of excellence, leadership, and truth,
a remarkable group of students join our diverse body of and we take a holistic approach in the evaluation of each
scholars and begin to enjoy the Howard experience—an application. Therefore, it is essential that you see this
intellectually stimulating, culturally awakening, socially application process as an opportunity to give the admission
empowering journey. committee a complete picture of yourself that includes your
strengths, weaknesses, experiences and goals.
Howard University is a smart choice for your undergraduate
career. This is a comprehensive, research-orientated, We welcome your application and urge you to contact us
historically Black, private institution that provides an with your questions.
educational experience of exceptional quality. Howard
offers you many opportunities to expand your horizons by Enrollment Management/Admission
studying with a faculty renowned for their scholarly, research Howard University
achievements, and by sharing your voice, ideas and interests 2400 Sixth Street NW
in student, local, national, and international organizations. Washington, DC 20059
202-806-2763, 1-800-822-6363
Admission to Howard is competitive. We seek applicants www.howard.edu
who have demonstrated solid academic performance and admission@howard.edu
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Completing the Application
Howard subscribes to two deadline dates for admission: Early Action (November 1st deadline) and Traditional Action (February
15th deadline). Please read all instructions carefully and be sure to complete all applicable sections of the application. Howard
University will not process incomplete applications. The application package containing the completed and signed application,
the non-refundable application fee, and supporting documents should be sent to: Enrollment Management/Admission, Howard
University, 2400 Sixth Street NW, Room G14, Washington, DC 20059.
Enrollment
Admission Deadline Dates* Application Deadline *Notification Dates Deposit Deadline
Domestic
Early Action Applicants - Fall Nov 1 Late Dec May 1
Traditional Action Applicants - Fall Feb 15 Mid Apr May 1
Traditional Action Applicants - Spring Nov 1 Mid Dec Dec 20
Summer Applicants Apr 1 Late April - May May 10
FAFSA Priority Deadline Feb 15 Apr 1
International
Early Action Applicants - Fall Nov 1 Late Dec May 1
Traditional Action Applicants - Fall Feb 15 Mid Apr May 1
Traditional Action Applicants - Spring Sept 1 Nov 15 Dec 20
Summer Applicants Feb 1 Apr 15 Dec 20
*Note: All deadlines are postmark deadlines
*Notification Dates apply to complete application files only (see page 4)
FIRST TIME IN COLLEGE APPLICANTS:
(FRESHMAN)
A student who has never been admitted to a degree program To expidite processing, ask your High School Concelor to mail
at Howard University or any other post-secondary institution the complete application package to Howard University.
of higher education (first time in college).
Complete application package includes:
We consider the applicant's secondary school academic * Completed, signed, and dated application for admission
record, standardized college entrance exams (SAT or ACT), * $45 non-refundable admission application fee payable by
leadership in school and community activities, unique talents money order, cashier’s check, or credit card
and skills, and educational objectives. For admission (Credit card authorization form enclosed)
consideration, an applicant should have a well-balanced Personal checks are not accepted.
college preparatory program that includes the following NOTE: Howard University does not waive application fees.
course work: * Official high school transcript that shows your cumulative
grade point average and class rank (from 9th-11th grade)
4 years English * Standardized test scores
3 years mathematics * One letter of recommendation from a teacher
2 years social science * One letter of recommendation from a counselor
2 years science (w/ lab) * Admission essay
2 years foreign language
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TRANSFER APPLICANTS: INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:
A student who has attended another post-secondary institution See page XX for more information and special instructions
of higher education and who may seek admission to Howard for completing the application package.
University with advanced standing. In general, a transfer
student must transfer a minimun of 15 credit hours from a Proof of Residence: Resident Aliens and Permanent Residents
regionally accredited post-secondary institution, have earned must submit one of the following documents: A copy of a valid
a 2.5 cumulative grade point average and received a passing Residence Alien Card (Green Card) or U.S. Passport. Naturalized
grade of C or better in both a college-level English and Citizens: Current Naturalization document (Copy of Marriage
college-level Math course. School of Business transfer Certificate) Asylee: A valid copy of asylum certificate and address
applicants must earn at least 30 credit hours with a 3.0 of foreign country.
cumulative grade point average.
EXCHANGE STUDENTS:
Complete application package includes:
A student who is enrolled at another institution and through
* Completed application for admission
an official exchange agreement is approved to take courses
* One letter of recommendation from a college professor
on a non-matriculating basis at Howard University.
* 2 copies of official transcripts from all post-secondary
institutions attended Students may exchange only to and from campuses that are
* $45 admission application fee members of the National Student Exchange (NSE). Applicants
Transcripts must include grades through your last semester of must be full-time students at the home campus at the time of
enrollment. Admission criteria vary among Howard University's application. Interested applicants should consult with their home
schools and colleges. campus NSE coordinator for additional information.
FORMER STUDENTS RETURNING: STUDENT-AT-LARGE
A matriculating student who was pursuing a degree at A non-matriculating student who is applying to attend 'summer
Howard University; who has not been registered at the semester only' at Howard University. Student-At-Large are
University for the previous semester. Former students who required to submit a completed application for admission.
have not obtained a degree, or who have not completed an
official intra-university transfer process, must return to the
UNCLASSIFIED STUDENT
same school/college, department, and degree program.
A non-matriculating student who wishes to take courses
Former Students who wish to return to the University must
during a traditional fall or spring semester. In general,
be in good standing for re-admission or receive permission
unclassified students, take a limited number of classes for
from the Howard University school/college where last
personal or career advancement, or as pre-requisites for
enrolled to be re-admitted.
specialized educational programs.
Complete application package includes:
Unclassified students are not eligible for financial aid or University
* If you have been away from Howard University for a housing. Enrollment size may restrict the ability to accommodate
semester or more, you must submit a completed application unclassified students during the fall and spring semesters.
for admission by the same deadline date as traditional
undergraduate applicants.
P O S T - BAC C A L AU R E AT E / D E G R E E
* Submit 2 copies of official transcript from each college or
A student who has already obtained a bachelor's degree and
university attended since leaving Howard.
is interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree. An
Applicants will be readmitted to the program in which they
application is required along with official transcripts and letters
were last enrolled.
of recommendations.
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VISITING STUDENTS: ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A student who is currently enrolled at another institution but If you are applying to the division of Fine Arts, your
wishes to enroll at Howard University on a non-matriculating application must be supplemented with the following:
basis for one academic year or less. With the exception of fashion merchandising, art history, and art
management majors, prospective art majors must submit slide
Complete application package includes: portfolios of 12 examples of work with no more than two views
Visiting students who plan to enroll at Howard University must of any one work. Slides should be submitted in a plastic sleeve;
complete and submit the following: clearly marked with the title of the work, materials used, size,
* Application for Admission date of completion, and applicant’s name. Send to: Chairman,
* Nonrefundable $45 application fee, paid by money order, Department of Art, Howard University, 2455 Sixth Street NW,
cashier's check, or credit card only. Washington, DC 20059.
* At least a 2.50 GPA
* Official transcript Prospective dance majors must complete an intensive, five-day
* A letter of permission from the home school. The letter audition. The applicant’s technical and written work will be
should include the student's GPA and a list of courses the evaluated before the dance major is confirmed. For more
student is authorized to take. Applications will not be information, call the Department of Theatre Arts at 202-806-7050.
processed until such letter is received.
All documents must be received by EM/Admission by the designated deadline.
Prospective music majors must present a voice or instrument
audition, scheduled by appointment only. Cassette tapes will
Admitted students who intend to enroll at Howard University be accepted from those unable to audition. For more
pay a $300 non-refundable enrollment fee by May 1st to secure information, call the Department of Music at 202-806-7082.
their place in the class. Visiting students are considered for
housing once they have been accepted and have submitted an Prospective theatre arts majors must present an audition,
application for housing and a $50 housing application fee portfolio, and/or interview as evidence of the ability to
(housing is not guaranteed).
successfully pursue college-level work in theatre arts. For
more information, or a schedule of appointments for auditions,
Visiting students can matriculate for a maximum of one portfolio reviews, and interviews, call the Department of Theatre
academic year. Arts at 202-806-7050.
FINANCIAL AID
The Office of Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Student Employment offers a comprehensive financial aid program that
attempts to meet the financial needs of all Howard University students. First time in college students should apply for early
action admission to be considered for several available freshman scholarships. All U.S. citizens, eligible non-citizens, and
permanent residents must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. Applicants must list
Howard University and its code (001448) as the college they plan to attend. The University’s deadline for priority consideration
is February 15th. Non-U.S. citizens on temporary visas are not eligible for federal aid but may be eligible for assistance
through the University’s grants, scholarships, or student employment programs.
For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 202-806-2820, or finaid@howard.edu.
HOUSING
Freshman students are encouraged to live on campus. Students offered admission to Howard University will receive a
housing application, which must be submitted with a $50 non-refundable housing application fee by May 1st.
For more information, contact the Office of Residence Life at 202-806-6131, or residencelife@howard.edu.
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UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR CODES
College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
PRPO Pre-Podiatry College of Engineering, Architecture
ADMJ Administration of Justice PSYC Psychology and Computer Sciences (EACS)
AFRS African Studies RUSS Russian ARCH Architecture
AFAM Afro-American Studies SOCI Sociology CHEG Chemical Engineering
ANTH Anthropology SPAN Spanish CIVL Civil Engineering
ART Art THEA Theatre Arts COEG Computer Engineering
BIOL Biology 0000 Undecided ELEC Electrical Engineering
CHEM Chemistry MECH Mechanical Engineering
CLSZ Classical Civilizations School of Business (SB) SYCS Systems and
DANC Dance ACCT Accounting Computer Science
ECON Economics FINC Finance
ENGL English HOSP Hospitality College of Pharmacy, Nursing
FASM Fashion Merchandising Management and Allied Health Sciences (HS)
FREN French INSA Information Systems CLAB Clinical Laboratory Science
GERM German and Analysis HLMN Health Management
GREE Greek INSU Insurance NURS Nursing
HLED Health Education INTB International Business NTRS Nutritional Sciences
HIST History MGMT Management PROT Occupational Therapy
INTD Interior Design MKTG Marketing PHAS Physician Assistant
LATN Latin PRPT Pre-Physical Therapy
LEST Leisure Studies School of Communications (SC) RADT Radiation Therapy
MATH Mathematics COSD Communication Sciences
MUSC Music and Disorders Certificate Programs
MUSE Music Education COMC Communication and Culture CERDH Certificate of
PHIL Philosophy JOUR Journalism Dental Hygiene
PHED Physical Education RTVF Radio-TV-Film CERMU Certificate in Music Therapy
PHYS Physics
POLS Political Science School of Education (ED)
PRPH Pre-Pharmacy HUMD Human Development
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE CODES
Arts and Sciences / BBAIN Bachelor of Business BSME Bachelor of Science/
Communications / Education Administration/ Mechanical Engineering
BA Bachelor of Arts Insurance
BSSCS Bachelor of Science/
BS Bachelor of Science BBAIB Bachelor of Business Systems and Computer
Administration/ Science
Division of Fine Arts International Business
BFA Bachelor of Fine Arts Health Sciences
BBAMG Bachelor of Business BSCLS Bachelor of Science/
BMUSC Bachelor of Music Administration/ Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Management
BMUSE Bachelor of Music BSHS Bachelor of Science/
Education BBAMK Bachelor of Business Health Sciences
Administration/
Business Marketing BSNUR Bachelor of Science/
BBAAC Bachelor of Business Nursing
Administration/ Engineering and Sciences BSNS Bachelor of Science/
Accounting BARCH Bachelor of Architecture Nutritional Science
BBAIS Bachelor of Business BSCE Bachelor of Science/ BSOCT Bachelor of Science/
Administration/ Computer Engineering Occupational Therapy
Computer-Based
BSCHE Bachelor of Science/ BSPHY Bachelor of Science/
Information Systems
Chemical Engineering Physician Assistant
BBAFN Bachelor of Business
BSCIV Bachelor of Science/ BSRT Bachelor of Science/
Administration/Finance
Civil Engineering Radiation Therapy
BSEE Bachelor of Science/
Electrical Engineering
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STATE CODES/U.S. POSSESSIONS
AL Alabama DC District of KS Kansas MO Missouri ND North Dakota TX Texas
AK Alaska Columbia KY Kentucky MT Montana OH Ohio UT Utah
AZ Arizona FL Florida LA Louisiana NE Nebraska OK Oklahoma VT Vermont
AR Arkansas GA Georgia ME Maine NV Nevada OR Oregon VA Virginia
CA California HI Hawaii MD Maryland NH New Hampshire PA Pennsylvania WA Washington
CO Colorado ID Idaho MA Massachusetts NJ New Jersey RI Rhode Island WV West Virginia
CT Connecticut IL Illinois MI Michigan NM New Mexico SC South Carolina WI Wisconsin
DE Delaware IN Indiana MN Minnesota NY New York SD South Dakota WY Wyoming
IA Iowa MS Mississippi NC North Carolina TN Tennessee
YE American Samoa YF Canton and YD Guam MQ Midway Islands PI Trust Territory VI Virgin Islands
PQ Canal Zone Enderbury MP Mariana Islands PS Palau Islands Pacific Islands WQ Wake Islands
Islands PR Puerto Rico
AD Aden BY Burundi FP French Polynesia KN Korea (North) NR Nauru, LO Slovakia
AF Afghanistan CB Cambodia GB Gabon KS Korea (South) Republic of SI Slovenia
CT African Republic CM Cameroon GA Gambia KU Kuwait NP Nepal SO Somalia
AL Albania CA Canada GG Georgia KG Kyrgzstan NL Netherlands SF South Africa
AG Algeria CC Canary Islands (Republic) LA Laos NB New Guinea SP Spain
AN Andorra CV Cape Verde GM Germany LG Latvia Island YB Sri Lanka
AO Angola CJ Cayman Islands GH Ghana LE Lebanon NZ New Zealand SU Sudan
AV Anguilla Island CD Chad GI Gibraltar LT Lesotho NU Nicaragua NS Suriname
AC Antigua and CI Chile UK Great Britain LI Liberia NG Niger WZ Swaziland
Barbuda CH China (PRC) GR Greece LY Libya NI Nigeria SW Sweden
AR Argentina CO Colombia GL Greenland LS Liechtenstein NO Norway SZ Switzerland
AM Armenia CS Costa Rica GJ Grenada LH Lithuania MU Oman SY Syria
AW Aruba HR Croatia GP Guadeloupe LU Luxembourg PK Pakistan TW Taiwan
AS Australia CU Cuba GT Guatemala MS Macao PM Panama TI Tajikstan
AU Austria CX Curacao GV Guinea MK Macedonia PA Paraguay TZ Tanzania
AJ Azerbaijan CY Cypress PU Guinea-Bissau MA Madagascar PE Peru TH Thailand
BF Bahamas EZ Czech Republic GY Guyana YA Malagasy RP Philippines TO Togo
BA Bahrain DA Denmark HA Haiti Republic PL Poland TN Tonga
BG Bangladesh DJ Djibouti HO Honduras MI Malawi PO Portugal TD Trinidad and
BB Barbados DO Dominica HK Hong Kong MY Malaysia QA Qatar Tobago
BO Belarus DR Dominican (SRA) MV Maldives RO Romania TS Tunisia
BE Belgium Republic HU Hungary ML Mali RS Russia TU Turkey
BH Belize ED Ecuador IC Iceland MT Malta RW Rwanda TK Turks and Caicos
DM Benin EG Egypt IN India MB Martinique SJ St. Bartholomew Islands
DB Bermuda ES El Salvador ID Indonesia MR Mauritania SC St. Kitts and Nevis UG Uganda
BL Bolivia ER Eritrea IR Iran MP Mauritius ST St. Lucia UP Ukraine
BN Bonaire EN Estonia IZ Iraq MX Mexico VC St. Vincent and TC United Arab
BK Bosnia and ET Ethiopia EI Ireland MD Moldova the Grenadines Emirates
Herzegovina FA Falkland Islands IS Israel MN Monaco SM San Marino UY Uruguay
BC Botswana (Malvinas) IT Italy MH Montserrat SA Saudi Arabia UZ Uzbekistan
BR Brazil FO Faroe Islands IX Ivory Coast MO Morocco YC Scotland VE Venezuela
VI British Virgin FJ Fiji JM Jamaica MZ Mozambique SG Senegal VM Vietnam
Islands FI Finland JA Japan BM Myanmar SR Servia YM Yemen
BX Brunei FR France JO Jordan (Burma) SE Seychelles ZR Zaire Republic
BU Bulgaria FG French Guiana KZ Kazakhstan WA Namibia SL Sierra Leone ZA Zambia
UV Burkina Faso FT French Guinea KE Kenya SN Singapore ZI Zimbabwe
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY
Howard University is committed to equal opportunity and sexual preference, political affiliation, or any other basis
treatment in all aspects of its relations with faculty, students, prohibited by federal or District of Columbia law. The
and staff members, without regard to race, color, national or requirement not to discriminate in education programs
ethnic origin, gender, marital status, religion, disability, age, and activities extends to employment and to admission.
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Attach
Application
Fee Here
The application for admission and the $45 admission application fee are valid only for the semester for which you apply or the semester immediately following.
Personal Checks are NOT Accepted - Application Fee Can Not Be Waived
Please type
Indicate semester/year for which you are applying for: Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer Session 20
Application Type Early Action Traditional Action Special Programs BS/MD BS/DD BS/DPM
Enrollment Full-time Part-time National Achievement Semifinalist
Student status (see page 3): Freshman Former Student Returning Student-at-Large
Transfer Exchange Unclassified
Visiting Other Post Baccalaureate/Degree
I am applying to: College of Arts and Sciences School of Education College of Pharmacy, Nursing,
School of Business College of Engineering, and Allied Health Sciences
School of Communication Architecture, and Computer Sciences Dental Hygiene (Dentistry)
Degree Major
S E E D E G R E E C O D E S , PAG E 5 S E E M A J O R C O D E S , PAG E 5
Career goals
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION
L A S T / FA M I LY / S U R N A M E FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME
Date of birth Male Female
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE) M O N T H , DAY, Y E A R
PERMANENT ADDRESS
NUMBER AND STREET A PA R T M E N T N U M B E R
C I T Y, S TAT E , C O U N T R Y Z I P C O D E / P O S TA L C O D E
Day telephone Evening telephone E-mail address
AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER
M A I L I N G A D D R E S S (if different from permanent address)
NUMBER AND STREET A PA R T M E N T N U M B E R
C I T Y, S TAT E , C O U N T R Y Z I P C O D E / P O S TA L C O D E
Day telephone Evening telephone E-mail address
AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER
Use mailing address until (date)
Birthplace Are you a United States citizen? Yes No
S TAT E , C O U N T R Y
If yes, what is your state of residence?
S E E S TAT E C O D E S , PAG E 6
If no, country of citizenship
S E E C O U N T R Y C O D E S , PAG E 6
What is your residental status? Permanent Resident Asylee Resident Alien Naturalized Citizen
Current visa status (check if applicable) A B-1/2* F-1 F-2 J-1 J-2 G H PR Other
PLEASE SPECIFY
Type of visa requesting (check if applicable) A F-1 F-2 J-1 J-2 G H PR Other
PLEASE SPECIFY
*International students cannot enroll at Howard University on a B-1/2 (visitor’s) visa.
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Uniformed Services? Yes No Are you a veteran of the Vietnam War? Yes No
Name and relationship of any relatives (excluding spouse) who have attended or are attending Howard University (optional):
N A M E A N D R E L AT I O N S H I P DAT E S AT T E N D E D
N A M E A N D R E L AT I O N S H I P DAT E S AT T E N D E D
Have you previously applied to Howard University? Yes No Student ID number, if applicable
If yes, indicate term were you last enrolled at Howard University?
Name under which you last attended Howard University, if different from current name
L A S T / FA M I LY / S U R N A M E , F I R S T N A M E , M I D D L E I N I T I A L
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Do you have a high school diploma? Yes No
If still in high school, are you currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution? Yes No
Do you have a GED? Yes No If yes, please provide the appropriate documentation.
Beginning with your present school, please list all secondary schools—including summer schools, home schooling programs, and institutes that you have
attended during grades 9 through 12.
NAME OF SCHOOL CEEB CODE
L O C AT I O N ( C I T Y, S TAT E ) TELEPHONE DAT E S AT T E N D E D
NAME OF SCHOOL SCHOOL CEEB CODE
L O C AT I O N ( C I T Y, S TAT E ) TELEPHONE DAT E S AT T E N D E D
List all universities (including Howard University), colleges, and other post-secondary institutions attended. Please include two official transcripts from
each institution that you have attended.
NAME OF COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY CEEB CODE
L O C AT I O N ( C I T Y, S TAT E ) TELEPHONE DAT E S AT T E N D E D
NAME OF COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY CEEB CODE
L O C AT I O N ( C I T Y, S TAT E ) TELEPHONE DAT E S AT T E N D E D
Standardized test scores (Please identify highest SAT Math and SAT Verbal scores and/or highest ACT Composite score.)
SAT Critical Reading Test date SAT Math Test date
SAT Writing Test date ACT Composite Test date
FISRT TIME IN COLLEGE APPLICANTS - ADMISSION ESSAY: Howard University is interested in you as a person, as well as how you think and
express your thoughts. Please submit with your application a 500-word essay on a topic of your choice. If you wish, you may also
submit a resume of your academic achievements and extracurricular activities.
1. Have you ever left a school voluntarily 3. Have you ever been arrested? 5. Has disciplinary action been taken against you at
for an extended period of time? Yes No any educational institution?
Yes No Yes No
4. Have you ever been convicted of any crime (other
2. Have you ever been placed on probation, than traffic violations) or been sentenced to a 6. Has academic action been taken against you at
suspended, or expelled from any school? correctional or penal institution? any educational institution attended?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
If you checked “yes” in any of the boxes above, please explain in detail on a separate sheet. If, after you have submitted this form, new circumstances alter your status or
would cause you to check “yes” in any of the boxes above, you must notify the Office of Admission as soon as possible. If you believe additional information will assist us
in evaluating your application, please attach a separate sheet (place your name and social security number in the upper right-hand corner) summarizing significant
experiences and achievements such as community service, honors, and jobs held.
As indicated by my signature, I understand that withholding information required on this application or giving false information may make me ineligible for admission to
the University or subject to dismissal when the same is made known regardless of classification. With this understanding, I certify that all of the above statements and
information included are correct and completed, and, if admitted to Howard University, I agree to abide by its policies, rules, and regulations.
Applicant’s signature ________________________________________________________ Date ____________________________________________________________
Please return completed application with $45 admission application fee. Note: Howard University does not waive application fees.
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BUSINESS NAME
DEPT NAME D E P T AC C T N O
TRANSACTION TYPE: PLEASE CHECK ONE
STUDENT LOANS STUDENT ACCOUNTS ENROLLMENT FEE APPLICATION FEE
CONFERENCE/SEMINAR GOOD-FAITH DEPOSIT OTHER
T O M A K E P AY M E N T B Y C R E D I T / D E B I T C A R D , P L E A S E C O M P L E T E T H E F O L L O W I N G I N F O R M A T I O N A N D F A X T H I S F O R M
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CARDHOLDER NAME ( E X A C T LY AS IT APPEARS ON THE CREDIT/DEBIT CARD-PLEASE PRINT)
AMEX MASTERCARD VISA DISCOVER D E B I T C A R D ( V I S A O R M A S T E R C A R D W I T H L O G O O N LY )
CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE
I authorize Howard University to charge my credit/debit card for services rendered. I agree not to
contest this charge upon approval of my credit.
S I G N AT U R E AMOUNT $ (CHARGE AMOUNT)
ADDRESS
( C I T Y, S TAT E & Z I P C O D E M U S T B E I N C L U D E D )
HOME TELEPHONE NO WO R K T E L E P H O N E N O
Please allow three business days for processing. High volume of calls impedes our ability to process in a timely manner.
Inquiries regarding receipt of the application or enrollment fee should be made to (202) 806-2761.
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Student to complete:
L A S T / FA M I LY / S U R N A M E FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME
Date of birth
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE) M O N T H , DAY, Y E A R
Day telephone Evening telephone E-mail address
AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER
Semester/year for which you are applying Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20
SCHOOL NAME CEEB CODE
ADDRESS C I T Y, S TAT E , C O U N T R Y Z I P C O D E / P O S TA L C O D E
COUNSELOR NAME
Guidance counselor to complete:
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Compared with other college-bound seniors in your school, the quality and rigor of this student’s academic program is:
AP/IB Honors Above average Average Below average
GRADE POINT AVERAGE
Please calculate the applicant’s grade point average for all coursework in grades 9 through 11 on a 4.0 scale.
/4.0 Unweighted GPA /4.0 Weighted GPA
CLASS RANK
Check the rank that most closely describes this applicant’s position in the graduating class. If your school does not compute class rank,
please provide your best estimate.
Top 10 percent of class Top 25 percent of class Top 50 percent of class Below top 50 percent of class
Rank is weighted or unweighted Class rank (if available) out of Valedictorian Salutatorian
STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES
Please identify highest SAT Math and SAT Verbal scores and highest ACT composite score:
SAT Critical Reading Test date SAT Math Test date
SAT Writing Test date ACT Composite Test date
RECOMMENDATION
How long have you known this applicant? years
Please give us your recommendation regarding this applicant’s preparation for study at Howard University.
Highly recommend Recommend Recommend with reservations Do not recommend
COUNSELOR’S NAME CEEB CODE AND EMAIL ADDRESS
C O U N S E L O R ’ S S I G N AT U R E DAT E TELEPHONE NUMBER
Additional space on the back of this form is provided for you to elaborate on your recommendation. (Please Type)
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Student to complete:
L A S T / FA M I LY / S U R N A M E FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME
Date of birth
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE) M O N T H , DAY, Y E A R
Day telephone Evening telephone E-mail address
AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER
Semester/year for which you are applying Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20
SCHOOL NAME CEEB CODE
ADDRESS C I T Y, S TAT E C O U N T R Y Z I P C O D E / P O S TA L C O D E
T E AC H E R N A M E TELEPHONE NUMBER
Teacher to complete:
Additional space on the back of this form is provided for you to elaborate on your recommendation. (Please Type)
RECOMMENDATION
How long have you known this applicant? years
Please give us your recommendation regarding this applicant’s preparation for study at Howard University.
Highly recommend Recommend Recommend with reservations Do not recommend
T E AC H E R N A M E TELEPHONE NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS
T E AC H E R S I G N AT U R E DAT E
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T E A C H E R / P R O F E S S O R R E C O M M E N D A T I O N F O R M
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I N T E R N A T I O N A L A P P L I C A N T S
PROSPECTIVE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
• Have a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a sources of financial aid. For additional information,
Foreign Language (TOEFL) for applicants from countries in applicants should contact the department in which they
which English is not the official language. plan to pursue their studies.
• Show proof of ability to provide financial support to cover • Pursue a full course of study (a minimum of 12 credit
expenses for at least one full year. Some financial aid may hours per semester for undergraduate students). Failure to
be available after one year of study. However, enrollment adhere to this requirement (INS regulations F-1 and J-1
beyond one year does not guarantee scholarships or other visa categories) may jeopardize immigration status.
PROSPECTIVE INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
Application for admission. Admission essay. (First Time in College Applicants)
Statement of Financial Resources Form and provide supporting One letter of recommendation from a guidance counselor (page 11)
financial documentation indicating sources of funds while attending
Howard University. One letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor (page 13).
Certified documents—CSC, CXC, GCE, WASC, CGSE—or final
$45 non-refundable admission application fee payable in U.S.
secondary school records, university transcripts, mark sheets, and
dollars by money order, cashier’s check, or credit card. (Credit card
course syllabi or catalogs. All students who have attended a post-
authorization form enclosed.) Personal checks are not accepted.
secondary institution must have official transcripts evaluated by the
NOTE: Howard University does not waive application fees.
World Education Service.
SAT I or ACT scores—tests are administered at the U.S. Embassy in the
home country—for undergraduate applicants. Most college transfer
students and holders of GCE “A”-level certificates are not required to
Application acknowledgment card page (enclosed in this packet).
submit SAT I or ACT scores. If you are applying to the School of
Business and are a holder of a GCE “A”-level certificate, you must
take the SAT I or the ACT
Students will receive the I-20 immigration form AFTER
Students who score a 1350 or higher on the SAT I are eligible for
scholarship consideration at Howard University. Applicants who they have been accepted, paid the $150 enrollment fee,
do not qualify for scholarships must provide documentation that and submitted the Financial Resources Form
they have the requisite financial resources to cover all expenses indicating the ability to pay the cost of attending
associated with attending Howard University.
Howard University.
STUDENT NAME
L A S T / FA M I LY / S U R N A M E FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME
CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS
NUMBER AND STREET A PA R T M E N T N U M B E R
C I T Y, S TAT E , C O U N T R Y Z I P C O D E / P O S TA L C O D E
Day telephone Evening telephone E-mail address
AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER AREA/COUNTRY CODE, NUMBER
If admitted to Howard University, when do you expect to enroll?
How many years do you anticipate studying at Howard University?
What degree do you plan to earn at Howard University?
What is the highest degree level that you plan to pursue?
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I N T E R N A T I O N A L A P P L I C A N T S
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Please complete the information below accurately and truthfully. Failure to provide appropriate documentation will result in
rescission of the offer of admission to Howard University. This form must be returned with your application for admission.
The costs of attending Howard University are noted below. Please identify in the right-hand column the amount that you or your
sponsor will contribute toward the cost of your education at Howard University.
F A M I LY C O N T R I B U T I O N P E R Y E A R
ESTIMATE OF INTERNATIONAL EXPENSES*
(student to complete)
Off-campus On-campus $
Tuition and mandatory fees $12,295 $12,295 Tuition and mandatory fees (U.S. dollars) $
Living expenses $11,400 $6,500 Living expenses (U.S. dollars) $
Books and supplies $1,500 $1,500 Books and supplies (U.S. dollars) $
Miscellaneous expenditures
$1,500 $1,500 Miscellaneous expenditures (U.S. dollars) $
(transportation, entertainment, etc.)
Total amount of resources available to you for the
Total $26,695 $21,795 $
academic year you will enroll
My signature certifies that the applicant for admission to Howard University has the resources identified above to pay the cost of tuition and
appropriate fees at Howard University.
BA N K O F F I C I A L’ S S I G N AT U R E
TITLE DAT E
N A M E O F BA N K
A D D R E S S O F BA N K ( I N C L U D E P O S TA L C O D E )
These signatures certify that the information provided about finances and ability to pay tuition and fees at Howard University
is truthful and accurate:
S T U D E N T ’ S S I G N AT U R E DAT E
S P O N S O R ’ S S I G N AT U R E DAT E
S P O N S O R ’ S A D D R E S S ( I N C L U D E P O S TA L C O D E )
This form must be submitted with the international student’s application for admission. Note: Howard University does not waive application fees.
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F R E Q U E N T L Y C A L L E D T E L E P H O N E N U M B E R S
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
President Campus Tours Financial Aid Residence Life Student Health Center
202.806.2500 202.806.2755 202.806.2820 (Student Housing) 202.806.7540
202.806.6131
Provost Career Services Health Affairs University Telephone
202.806.2550 202.806.7513 202.865.7470 Special Student Services Operator
202.238.2420 202.806.6100
Admission Consortia and Domestic Military Science/Army
800.822.6363 Exchange Programs 202.806.6784 Student Accounts
202.806.2763 202.806.2709 202.806.2610
Military Science/Air
Alumni Affairs Dining Services Force Student Affairs
202.238.2349 (Meal Plan) 202.806.6788 202.806.2100
202.806.7401
Athletics Records Student Financial
1.800.GO.BISON Enrollment Management 202.806.2712 Services
202.806.7140 202.806.2700 202.806.2570
ACADEMIC MAJORS BY SCHOOL
Arts and Sciences English Music Education Accounting Journalism Systems and
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Science
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Justice 202.806.1568 202.806.7927
Merchandising 202.806.6811
202. 806.6853
202.806.7047 Hospitality Education Pharmacy, Nursing,
Physical Education and Allied Health
African Studies Management 202.806.7340
French 202.806.7142 Sciences
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202.806.6758 Human Development
Physics
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German 202.806.6245
Studies and Analysis Science
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Architecture, and
Greek 202.806.6720 Computer Sciences
Anthropology Insurance 202.806.6565 Health Management
202.806.6725
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Health Education 202.806.6985 Architecture
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202.806.7142
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History 202.806.6985 202.806.1568 Chemical
Biology Engineering Nutritional Sciences
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Chemistry Civil Engineering Occupational
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Classical Civilization Computer
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202.806.6725 Sociology Communications Physician Assistant
Engineering
Leisure Studies 202.806.6853 202.806.7690 202.806.6568 202.806.7536
Dance
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Mathematics 202.806.6758 Sciences and Engineering 202.806.7613
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Economics 202.806.7082 Communication and Engineering
202.806.6717 Business
Culture 202.806.6600
202.806.1500
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Please refer to www.howard.edu to obtain more information