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Harvard University

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Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, just a short walk from downtown Boston. Founded in 1636, it is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 25,000 students across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Known worldwide for its academic prestige, Harvard offers top programs in nearly every field, from government and law to business, medicine, and the arts. Beyond academics, Harvard’s history, traditions, and global network of alumni give it a unique influence that stretches far beyond its campus. With its red-brick buildings, storied libraries, and proximity to both Boston and MIT, Harvard combines a sense of timeless tradition with a drive to shape the future.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
46,087
Admitted
1,278
Admit Rate
0.02773016252%
Total Enrolled
1,647
Early Decision
Early Applicants
7,921
Early Admitted
692
ED Admit Rate
0.08736270673%
Admits from Early
0.3512690355%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
N/A
Accepted Spot
N/A
Admitted
N/A
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
4.21
Top 10% of Class
0.94%
Top 25% of Class
0.99%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
767
Admit Rate: 0.03591925975%
Women
880
Admit Rate: 0.03700831806%
Non-International
86.5%
International
13.5%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordImportant
Class RankVery Important
Academic GPAImportant
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayImportant
RecommendationImportant
ExtracurricularsImportant
Talent/AbilityImportant
Character/PersonalImportant
InterviewImportant
First GenerationImportant

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$59,320
Out-of-State Tuition
$59,320
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$91,700
Mid Career Pay
$171,400
Student Body
Undergrads
7,316
Total Students
20,807