Overview
Founded in 1869, Howard University School of Law is one of the oldest law schools in the United States and the leading producer of African American attorneys throughout much of its history. It gained lasting prominence through the work of Charles Hamilton Houston, who transformed it into a rigorous training ground for civil rights lawyers, and Thurgood Marshall, who studied there before arguing Brown v. Board of Education. The school is deeply associated with the legal strategy that dismantled Jim Crow segregation and continues to be recognized for its civil rights law tradition and public interest focus.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Total students | 500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 38% |
| Graduation rate | 88% |
| Average starting salary | $72,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $28,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $20,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.40 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
Top Programs
- Civil Rights Law
- Constitutional Law
- Human Rights Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Clinical Legal Education
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.