Howard University

College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

Howard University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Washington, District of Columbia. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing. The Washington, District of Columbia campus for Howard University is located in a City setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 12,886. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $31,050, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $31,050 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • LPN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (Postgraduate Certificate)
  • Nurse Educator (Postgraduate Certificate)

Visit the Howard University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in District of Columbia periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for District of Columbia will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2023-2024
Student population:12,886
Student-to-faculty ratio:14-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$31,050
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$31,050
Room and board:$15,880
Percent on financial aid:99%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:53%
SAT Reading Writing range:540-650
SAT Math range:510-640
ACT Composite range:20-26
ACT English range:20-27
ACT Math range:18-25

Student Profile

Male 29%
Female 71%
Full-Time 90%
Part-Time 10%
Undergraduate 77%
Graduate 23%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Howard University. You can also see the Howard University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Howard University in Washington, District of Columbia

  • Address: 2400 Sixth Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20059
  • Phone Number: 202-806-6100

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Last updated: May 26, 2024

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