College comparison

Berklee College of Music vs Howard University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Berklee College of Music Boston, MA	Howard University Washington, DC
Acceptance rateHoward University is more selective	44%	41%
SAT (25–75)	—	1090–1320
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	7,468	10,108
Avg net price	$49,465	$50,539
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Boston, MA	Washington, DC

Quick answers

Is Berklee College of Music or Howard University harder to get into?

Howard University is more selective: Berklee College of Music's acceptance rate is approximately 44% and Howard University's is approximately 41% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Berklee College of Music vs Howard University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Berklee College of Music and 1090–1320 at Howard University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.