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Harvard University admissions guide
Harvard combines broad undergraduate study with globally recognised graduate schools and an exceptionally selective admissions process.
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Known for
Economics, government and public policy · Business and management
Planning
Fees and funding vary by programme
Popular subject areas
- Economics, government and public policy
- Business and management
- Computer science and data science
- Life sciences and public health
Admissions considerations
- A consistently strong academic record
- Programme-specific tests where required
- Essays that show intellectual curiosity and contribution
- Strong academic or professional recommendations
Indicative cost planning
Costs vary significantly by school and degree. Build a full budget covering tuition, health insurance, housing and personal expenses using the university's current cost-of-attendance page.
Scholarship routes
- • Need-based undergraduate financial aid
- • School-specific graduate fellowships
- • External awards including Fulbright-Nehru
Independent planning guide, last reviewed October 2026. Parayu Orbit is not the university and does not guarantee admission, scholarship or visa outcomes. Confirm current requirements on the official website.