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Harvard University

Cambridge, MA

About

Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an iconic Ivy League institution renowned for its academic excellence, historic significance, and influential alumni network. It is home to esteemed schools such as Harvard Business School, Harvard Law School, and Harvard Medical School, all of which are celebrated for their rigorous programs and groundbreaking research. Harvard's commitment to fostering a diverse, intellectually vibrant community and its significant contributions to various fields of study solidify its reputation as a global leader in higher education.

GradCafe Application Summary

Admission Results
Total Results
16,641
Graduate Acceptance Rate
27%
Mean Notification Date
March 7
Acceptances
4,564
Rejections
8,690
Interviews
1,488
Waitlisted
838

This data is estimated based on applicant submissions at The GradCafe.

University Cost

Total Cost

In-State Tuition and Fees $86,705
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $86,705

Cost Breakdown

Published tuition and required fees $59,076
Books and supplies $1,000
On-campus room and board $20,374
On-campus other expenses $6,255

Year-over-Year Application Comparison: 2024 vs 2023

Avg. Acceptance Rate
24.01% from 24.65%
Decreased by -0.63%
Avg. Rejected Rate
49.46% from 49.81%
Decreased by -0.35%
Avg. Interview Rate
16.85% from 16.69%
Increased by 0.16%
Avg. Waitlisted Rate
9.68% from 8.86%
Increased by 0.82%

Season Comparisson

Spring 2024 Acceptance Rate
14.29%
Fall 2024 Acceptance Rate
23.82%

Avg. Grades for Accepted Applications

Undergrad GPA 3.80
General GRE 242.81
Verbal GRE 229.54
AW GRE 5.36

Top 5 Popular Programs

  • Economics
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • History
  • Architecture

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