World Rank #4 · Cambridge, MassachusettsEst. 1636Harvard University
Overview
Harvard University, established in 1636, is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard has educated 8 U.S. Presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 162 Nobel laureates.
With an endowment exceeding $50 billion — the largest of any university — Harvard provides unmatched resources for research, financial aid, and student support. Its 12 degree-granting schools span every academic discipline.
Harvard's commitment to financial accessibility means that families earning under $85,000 pay nothing, and the university meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, including international students.
Faculties & Programs
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
- •Computer Science
- •Economics
- •Biology
- •Government
- •Mathematics
- •History
Harvard Business School
- •MBA
- •Doctoral Programs
- •Executive Education
Harvard Medical School
- •MD
- •Biomedical Sciences
- •Global Health
Harvard Law School
- •JD
- •LLM
- •SJD
School of Engineering & Applied Sciences
- •Computer Science
- •Biomedical Engineering
- •Environmental Science & Engineering
Kennedy School of Government
- •Master in Public Policy
- •MPA
- •Public Administration
Location
Campus & City
Harvard's main campus occupies 209 acres in Cambridge, with additional facilities in Boston's Longwood Medical Area. Harvard Square is a vibrant cultural hub with bookstores, cafés, and theaters.
Climate & Lifestyle
Four seasons — warm, humid summers (25-32°C), cold winters (-5 to 5°C) with regular snowfall. Beautiful fall foliage season.
Admissions Requirements
- Academic (GPA)
- Near-perfect GPA typical (holistic review)
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5+ recommended
- Standardized Tests
- SAT 1500+ or ACT 34+ typical; test-optional through 2026
- Deadlines
- Regular Decision: January 1 | Restrictive Early Action: November 1
Tuition & Scholarships
Cost Breakdown
- Tuition
- $57,000 per year (2025-26)
- Living costs
- $22,000–$25,000 per year (room, board, personal)
Available Scholarships
- ✓Need-based (100% of demonstrated need met)
- ✓Families earning <$85K: zero contribution
- ✓55% of students receive Harvard scholarships
- ✓Average grant: $59,000+/year
- ✓International students: identical aid eligibility
Campus Life
Harvard's campus features 450+ student organizations, the Harvard Crimson (athletics in 42 varsity sports), world-renowned museums, libraries with 17 million volumes, and a residential house system fostering close community.
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