07/23/2026
HUAC of Cincinnati & Our Wonderful Bison Friends & Family,
We wanted to share the following communication from the University below in the event that questions arise on the recent topic of incoming freshmen tuition and purging from the system.
We would also kindly ask that you come out to the HUAC of Cincinnati Freshman Send-off at BJs Restaurant in Rookwood next week (July 30, 2026 from 6pm to 8pm) to support our Cincinnati Baby Bisons entering their freshman year at Howard University this fall. We have students and their parents from the Greater Cincinnati area that plan to be in attendance. So, in the spirit of showing concern and awareness around the current situation on campus, let's support our local students by showing up, offering fiscal guidance, mentorship, and insights to carry them to and through Howard University starting this fall!
See you next week HUAC of Cincinnati Bison!
Dr. Thomas
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July 23, 2026
Dear Howard University Community,
The Office of University Communications is sharing an important message below regarding a recent update to first-time-in-college students and families whose tuition payments and or notification of scholarships and other financial aid were not received by the required deadlines to secure their registration for the Fall 2026 semester.
Howard University recently updated the enrollment status of a number of first-time-in-college students who did not complete the required steps to secure their enrollment for the Fall 2026 semester. These steps included satisfying the required tuition payment, establishing an approved payment arrangement, or reporting anticipated outside scholarships or other financial aid by the established deadlines.
We understand that the recent enrollment update is difficult and disappointing for students and their families. We recognize the stress and uncertainty this has created, particularly for students who are working through financial aid and scholarship matters.
Communications to Students and Families: Each month, from March to July 2026, the University has communicated enrollment requirements and deadlines through multiple channels, including:
Financial aid notifications
Personalized financial aid information
Email communications and reminders
Instructional videos
In-person and virtual Bison Prep sessions
These communications outlined payment options, scholarship reporting requirements, important deadlines, and where students could receive assistance.
As the University prepares for the start of the fall 2026 semester on August 17, we must finalize the incoming class to effectively plan: academic schedules and course availability, financial aid administration, orientation and student support services, and housing assignments. These actions ensure the University can appropriately allocate resources to support all enrolled students.
Students with Pending Scholarships or Financial Aid: We recognize that some students with pending outside scholarships or other financial aid resources may have been impacted by the enrollment update. The University is reviewing information related to anticipated scholarship funding and other financial aid, where appropriate, and will consider relevant circumstances regarding pending scholarship awards and financial aid resources.
Guidance for Students and Families: The University's goal is to provide students and families with clear information and multiple opportunities for support. Students and families should be directed to the appropriate offices below for questions about their enrollment status, scholarships, and financial aid.
Direct questions about student enrollment status to the Office of Enrollment Management at [email protected].
Direct general questions about Howard University scholarships and other financial aid to the Office of Financial Aid at [email protected].
Director questions regarding pending scholarships and student account balances to the Office of the Bursar at [email protected].
We remain committed to working with students to address questions and review individual circumstances where appropriate.
In Truth and Service,
Office of University Communications
