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Howard University
Washington, District of Columbia · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 20059 · Phone: (202) 806-6100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2026 · Probation · Liaison Committee on Medical Education; Jul 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Howard University is a private non-profit school in Washington, DC offering dental hygiene programs among its many accredited professional fields.
Median graduate debt is $24,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $63,066, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Howard University; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 40.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $86,120 | $137,220 | $138,710 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in District of Columbia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | not reported | $84,653 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Howard University is a private non-profit university located in Washington, DC. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Among its many accreditors, the university holds accreditation relevant to a range of professional fields; in federal trade-program data, Howard's most reported trade credential is its Dental Hygiene program, with 8 completers recorded.
Federal completion-rate data comparing Howard to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $24,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $63,066. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 40.0% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants, indicating a notable share of lower-income students enrolled overall, though this figure reflects the whole university rather than the dental hygiene program specifically.
Given the limited trade-program data, Howard's dental hygiene offering appears to be a small, credential-focused track within a much larger research university rather than a dedicated vocational campus. Career changers considering this path should contact the school directly to ask about program length, schedule, and admission requirements, since these are not detailed in federal data. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the university.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Federal trade-program data for Howard University lists dental hygiene programs, with 8 completers recorded. Other trade-specific program details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Howard University is accredited, with recognition from numerous accrediting bodies covering fields such as dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, law, and more, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Howard University participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, if eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate data and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for possible updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $24,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $63,066, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or visit its website for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Howard University is a private non-profit institution, meaning it reinvests revenue into academic programs rather than distributing profits to shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the dental hygiene track is not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?131520 or by contacting Howard University directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and scheduling details needed to assess fit for adult career changers are not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the dental hygiene program are not reported in federal data. Contact the school for specifics on licensure pathways.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Howard University at (202) 806-6100 or through its website, https://www.howard.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other schools offering dental hygiene programs nearby is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for comparison tools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.