Howard University is a private, federally chartered historically black research university in Washington, D.C., located in the Shaw neighborhood. Delaware State University is a public historically black land-grant research university in Dover, Delaware.
| Howard University | Delaware State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.1 Out of 10 | - |
| ranking (overall) | # 115 US News 2024 # 1001 QS World University 2024 # 351 Times Higher Education 2023 | - |
| Subject Strength | # 148 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 104 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 125 for Law by US News 2024 | - |
| Programs | UG Programs -29 PG Programs -22 | UG Programs -52 PG Programs -12 |
| Acceptance Rate | 30.0 % | 44.4 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS-6.5 SAT-1090 TOEFL-90 | IELTS-6.5 SAT-820 TOEFL-79 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 28256 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 32155 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 13504 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 16904 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 28440 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 29569 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are below: BBA: $104,000 Bachelor of Science: $90,000 Bachelor of Arts: $61,000 | Average salary for the graduates is around $36,600 |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit essays Submit letters of recommendation Submit test scores Submit English language requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit English language scores Check program specific requirements |
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| General Facts | Howard University | Delaware State University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1867 | 1891 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 8:1 | 15:1 |
| Male:Female | 31% Male, 69% Female | 34% Male, 66% Female |
| Location Facts | The 256-acre (1.04 km2; 0.400 sq mi) campus, often referred to as "The Mecca", is in northwest Washington, D. C. | Delaware State University (DSU or Del State) is a public historically black land-grant research university in Dover, Delaware. DSU also has two satellite campuses: one in Wilmington and one in Georgetown. |
| Library | University has two libraries: Founders library and the law library. Both the libraries provide wide range of resources like journals, databases, publications etc. | The William C. Jason Library is a central hub for the DSU community and serves as a resource for coursework, collections, study groups and research. It is also houses computer labs, academic offices, University Archives and the Arts Center Gallery. |
| Campus Life | There are over 200 student organizations and special interest groups established on campus. Howard University is the founding site of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and five of the nine NPHC organizations. Howard Homecoming week is the most prominent and richest cultural tradition of the institution.Over 100,000 of alumni, students, celebrity guests, and visitors are in attendance to patronize the many events and attractions affiliated with the festive week on and near campus. Springfest is an annual tradition created by the Undergraduate Student Association (UGSA) to celebrate the arrival of spring. Springfest is similar to homecoming week in the fall but on a smaller scale and with more emphasis on the student body. Springfest events traditionally include the Fashion Show, Talent Show, Vendor Fair, Poetry Showcase, Beauty Conference, Charity Basketball Game, and a major community service event. The schedule of events changes slightly each year. The Bison Ball and Excellence Awards is an annual black tie gala hosted by the Howard University Student Association (HUSA). A select number of students, faculty, organizations, and administrators from the Howard community are honored for their exceptional accomplishments. This event takes place near the end of every spring semester. Resfest week is a Howard tradition that involves freshmen living in residence halls on campus competing in several organized competitions (field day, academic debate, dance, stroll, step-show, etc.) for campus bragging rights. This event takes place on campus near the end of every spring semester. | DSU operates nine different residence halls for its students, each supervised by a professional staff member and a student Resident Advisor. At DSU, the university offers a variety of different dining experiences to choose from, each providing delicious, nutritious foods in a comfortable and pleasant setting. The Office of Student Leadership and Activities (OSLA) provides students with the resources to get involved and find their leadership skills. The main goal of the DSU OSLA is to invest in the long-term development of students as future leaders within the global society. DSU offers a variety of honor societies that recognize academic excellence and exemplary character. DSU gives you plenty of opportunities to nurture your physical well-being. Whether you’re playing a sport for the first time or are a varsity-level superstar, you’ll find something here to keep your body active, refreshed and rejuvenated. The wellness and recreation programs of the university keep you strong and healthy as you engage in your academic pursuits. |
| Hostel | #On campus - $13504 | #On campus - $11433 #Off campus (not with family) - $12672 #Off campus (with family) - $5464 |
| Famous Alumni | Ben Ali, co-founder and owner of Ben's Chili Bowl, a landmark restaurant in Washington, D.C. David Bullock, American tech entrepreneur and media executive David Castain, American entrepreneur and philanthropist. Left a life of crime to found a marketing agency and study towards a doctorate H. Naylor Fitzhugh, one of the first African-American graduates of Harvard Business School; credited with creating the concept of target marketing Cathy Hughes, founder and executive of TV One, Radio One Vernon Jordan attorney; senior managing director; Lazard Freres & Co. LLC; former president, National Urban League | Reggie Barnes, Canadian Football League running back, various teams Clyde Bishop, U.S. Ambassador to the Marshall Islands Clifford Brown, trumpet virtuoso, composer, an influential and highly rated American jazz musician Robin Christiansen, mayor of Dover since 2014, city councilman from 1983 to 2001, and council president and vice mayor from 1990 to 2001 Emanual Davis, 1991 former NBA player for the Atlanta Hawks and Seattle SuperSonics Wayne Gilchrest, 1973 U.S. Representative for Maryland's 1st congressional district, 1990–2009 Jamaal Jackson, 2003 National Football League offensive lineman, Philadelphia Eagles, 2003-2010 Shaheer McBride, 2008 National Football League wide receiver |
| City Life | The Washington, D.C., metro area has the perks of a large urban area. It's serviced by an extensive public transit system and is home to plenty of restaurants, performance venues, museums, public parks and other cultural sites. Meanwhile, each neighborhood in the district and its surrounding towns has its own atmosphere. Residents gather for block parties, mingle at dog parks and converse at coffee shops, creating an ambiance similar to that of a much smaller community. D.C. metro area residents don't want for things to do. The district is home to numerous cultural attractions, including several Smithsonian museums, theaters and year-round markets. The area also encompasses a blossoming restaurant scene that will please any foodie, and plenty of nightlife venues, from the trendy bars along the U Street Corridor to concerts at The Anthem on the wharf and the famous 9:30 Club. Living in the district is expensive. The median home sale price is significantly higher than the national median. | Delaware's state capital region of Dover offers several advantages for people moving to the First State, or for those relocating within the state from another town or city. Located in the center of Delaware, Dover features the state's seat of government and boasts a downtown historic district and plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment options. |
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