Howard University International Student Financial Aid (ISFAA) Overview

Overview Howard University requires international students to complete the International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA) to be considered for institutional aid. Federal aid is not available to these students. Eligibility - Must be classified as an international student. - Need‑based institutional awards require a completed ISFAA. - First‑time‑in‑college (FTIC) international students (2023‑2024 onward) are only eligible for merit‑based Howard University Freshman Scholarships (HUFS) where applicable. - Dependent vs independent status is determined by a questionnaire covering age, degree type, legal dependents, marital status, and parent status. - Graduate and professional students use the graduate/professional ISFAA form. Funding - Institutional need‑based aid (determined after ISFAA review). - Merit‑based Howard University Freshman Scholarships for eligible FTIC students. - No federal aid; all funding is university‑provided. Application Process 1. Complete the online questionnaire to select dependent or independent ISFAA. 2. Provide signed ISFAA, income/wage and tax data (or proof of no filing) for the student, and for parents or spouse if applicable. 3. Convert all foreign monetary amounts to U.S. dollars using a currency converter. 4. Upload supporting documents or email them to finaid@howard.edu. 5. Submit the completed ISFAA before the applicable deadline. Incomplete files are not considered. Deadlines (2026‑27 cycle, using 2024 tax year data) - Priority processing: March 1, 2026 - Standard processing: June 1, 2026 Processing time may be up to 14 business days after receipt. Unknowns & Limitations - Exact award amounts and selection criteria are not disclosed on the page. - Currency conversion method and rates are not specified. - The website does not list any changes for the 2026‑27 cycle beyond dates. - Information may be outdated; contact the Office of Financial Aid for confirmation. Sources Information derived from Howard University Student Financial Services web page titled “International Student Aid” (URL provided). The text may omit details and should be verified with the university. Source: https://financialservices.howard.edu/financial-aid/schedule-appointment/2026-27-fafsa-changes/international-student-aid Checked: 2026-10-04T09:02:26.938133+00:00 Confirm details with the official institution before applying.