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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
11,649
Graduate Acceptance Rate
25%
Mean Notification Date
February 7
Acceptances
2,895
Rejections
6,176
Interviews
1,149
Waitlisted
637

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
23.25% from 23.67%
Decreased by -0.42%
Avg. Rejected Rate
50.13% from 50.89%
Decreased by -0.76%
Avg. Interview Rate
16.88% from 16.55%
Increased by 0.32%
Avg. Waitlisted Rate
9.75% from 8.89%
Increased by 0.86%

Season Comparisson

Spring 2024 Acceptance Rate
N/A
Fall 2024 Acceptance Rate
23.21%

Avg. Grades for Accepted Applications

Undergrad GPA 3.82
General GRE 213.99
Verbal GRE 203.84
AW GRE 5.42

Top 5 Popular Programs

  • Economics
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • History
  • Philosophy

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