Howard University, a historic institution founded in 1867, is a model of educational excellence, particularly for Black students, with a diverse and distinguished body of over 120,000 alumni. Offering over 120 fields of study, the University produces top professionals in medicine, law, communications, and the arts, among others. The University’s commitment to social change, innovation, and cultural diversity fuels its unique role as a transformative force in society and the global community. Excellence, leadership, service, and truth form Howard’s guiding principles, with an unwavering dedication to addressing issues that impact the African Diaspora.

The University’s Howard Forward Strategic Plan underscores its focus on academic excellence, new knowledge, community service, efficiency, and financial sustainability. As the University prepares to launch a new strategic plan, it aims to sustain its transformative impact and foster future-ready leadership across disciplines.