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Howard University

The mission of Howard University as a comprehensive, research-oriented, predominantly African-American university is to provide an educational experience of exceptional quality at reasonable cost to students of high academic potential. Particular emphasis is placed upon providing educational opportunities for African-American men and women, and for other historically disenfrachised groups.
 
  • Established 1867
  • Fully accredited, private, nonsectarian
  • Classified by Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, the Foundation's highest classification for doctoral granting universities
  • 12 schools and colleges
  • 27 Doctoral, 30 Master's, 9 M.D./Ph.D. programs, 16 STEM programs
  • Approximately 10,700 students from approximately 100 countries
  • Approximately 3,000 graduate and professional students
  • Numerous leaders in STEM disciplines in the nation's colleges and universities
  • Research opportunities at nearby national agencies and institutions
  • Access to cultural, historical, and educational attractions
  • Member of the Consortium of Washington institutions
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