Harvard Extension School
Cambridge, USA
"A private university in Cambridge, Massachusetts"
At a Glance
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12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Harvard Extension School
Harvard Extension School is a private university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 1910. Its campus sits in Cambridge, and most students commute from across the city. Popular programmes include Liberal Arts (ALM), Management, Software Engineering. It is a research-active institution with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options.
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Key Facts
1910
Founded
Private university
Type
Cambridge
City
Popular Programs
Liberal Arts (ALM)
Management
Software Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
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Career Outcomes
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
Harvard Extension School has its campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is mainly a commuter campus reached by subway and bus.
Campus Details
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main campus
1910
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Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Mostly commuter campus; limited housing
city rentals nearby
Dining
Dining halls with flexible meal plans
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
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Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
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Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
$20,000 – $65,000 / year
Cost of Living
Moderate
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Harvard Extension School international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Harvard Extension School
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Competitive high-school record and English proof (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree with a good GPA, English proof and GRE / GMAT where required. For Liberal Arts (ALM), a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
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Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
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Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
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Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Harvard Extension School has its campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is mainly a commuter campus reached by subway and bus.
Master's
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Master's
Liberal Arts (ALM)
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Master's
Management
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Master's
Software Engineering
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