Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University” Releases On October 1st

Round two.

Matt Varga September 23rd, 2026 (updated)

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The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University” is expected to launch on October 1st, 2026 for $155. See the store list below to get ahead of the scheduled release.

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Mens Air Jordan 1 Low "Howard"

SKU: IX8478-410

RETAIL PRICE: $155

RELEASE DATE: Oct 1, 2026

US 10/01/2026 Thursday

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Original article published September 16th, 2026:

The HBCU community has seen a few key homages coming out of Beaverton in recent memory, notably through the proud pack of Air Max 95 colorways that hit shelves in late 2025. That extension of the Yardrunners concept spread the love to Spellman, Morehouse, FAMU, and Norfolk State. Nike may have more democratized aims with their product, but Jordan Brand isn’t afraid to play favorites, as another Air Jordan 1 Low for Howard University comes to the fore.

The school’s 2023 PE, the latest in what’s a sturdy catalog of exclusives, attracted a ton of attention, leading to the brand crafting an inverse public release that hit shelves in 2024. Following up that pair, this 2026 Howard x Air Jordan 1 Low OG before an exposed stitch Swoosh carries shades of red and white to finish out the school’s patented palette. “Howard Bison” branding appears on the very rear of the shoe to ensure that you don’t miss this pair’s alma mater ties.

Again, the Howard University x Air Jordan 1 Low OG is expected to hit shelves this October, likely retailing for $140.

: @ladylondon

: @ladylondon

: @ladylondon

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.