Race & Ethnicity
Howard University has a diverse student body with 95% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Howard University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Howard University has a gender distribution of 72% female students and 28% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
21% of total enrollment
55% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Howard University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 81% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
81%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
24%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Howard University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 1% in-state residents, 92% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
1% of student body
92% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
46 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
95%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
72%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age