Howard University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Howard University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Howard University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1867 in Washington, District of Columbia, Howard University (Howard) is a private research university. Howard offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in STEM, medicine, and law.

  • $1.6B
    Total Economic Impact
  • 9361
    Jobs
  • $7.8B
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates