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Overview

Established in 1636, the Harvard University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Cambridge (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Harvard University (HU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Harvard University (HU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 388-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Harvard University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Harvard University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Harvard University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Harvard University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym HU
Founded 1636
Motto Veritas
Truth
Colours Crimson
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University Location

Address Massachusetts Hall
Cambridge
02138 Massachusetts
United States
Harvard University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Harvard University Phone Number +1 (617) 495 1000
Harvard University Fax Number +1

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Harvard University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Harvard University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Harvard University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Harvard University.

Harvard University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Harvard University's admission information.

Harvard University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Harvard University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Harvard University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Harvard University's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Harvard University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Harvard University has more than 5400 international students.

Harvard University's Admission Office Admission Office

86 Brattle Street
Cambridge 02138
(617) 495 1551


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Harvard University.

Harvard University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Harvard University has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Harvard University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Harvard University's Control Type Control Type

Harvard University is a private higher education institution.


Harvard University's Entity Type Entity Type

Harvard University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Harvard University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Harvard University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Harvard University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Harvard University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Harvard University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, with medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Harvard University's main facilities:


Harvard University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Harvard University's Library

Harvard University's library has 29 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 14,440,248 physical volumes, 639,136 physical media, 672,286 digital/electronic media and 1,602 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 729 full-time employees, including 387 librarians. Harvard University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Harvard University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Harvard University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 12,874 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Harvard University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Harvard University's main services:


Harvard University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Harvard University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Harvard University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Harvard University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Harvard University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Harvard University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Harvard University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Harvard University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Accreditation Commission
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • American Society of Landscape Architects, Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • Planning Accreditation Board
  • Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Harvard University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI)
  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA)
  • Ivy League
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Harvard University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Harvard University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Harvard University's Facebook page Harvard University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Harvard University's X (formerly Twitter) page Harvard University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Harvard University's YouTube channel Harvard University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Harvard University's Instagram page Harvard University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Harvard University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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