All Levels
Harvard Financial Aid
Need-based aid, need-blind for international students
Harvard University
Cambridge, USA
"A private university in Cambridge, Massachusetts"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#5 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Harvard University
Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 1636 and the oldest institution of higher education in the United States. It ranked #5 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. International students make up about 27% of its enrolment, from 147 countries, and Harvard College is need-blind for international applicants. Undergraduates apply through the Common App or Coalition App, and all undergraduate programmes carry the same tuition regardless of major.
Rankings & Recognition
#5
Ranked #5 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Harvard University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
100.00#1
Employer Reputation
100.00#1
Faculty Student Ratio
98.30#50
Citations per Faculty
100.00#1
International Faculty Ratio
79.10#300
International Student Ratio
81.40#217
International Student Diversity
60.60#335
International Research Network
99.40#8
Employment Outcomes
100.00#1
Sustainability
77.80#201
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Key Facts
1636
Founded
#5
QS 2027 Rank
Private Ivy League university
Type
Cambridge
City
27.2%
International Students
147
Countries Represented
Popular Programs
Economics
Computer Science
Business Administration
Public Policy
Application Details
Application Route
Common App or Coalition App
Intakes
Fall
UG Application Fee
USD 85
UG Early Action Deadline
1 Nov 2026
Need-Blind Admission
Yes, incl. international
English Test (UG)
No minimum score
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
English proficiency (UG)
|
No minimum score published |
|
TOEFL iBT (some grad schools)
|
100 |
|
IELTS (some grad schools)
|
7.0 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
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
USD 85
Avg Scholarship
Need-based aid (100% of need met)
Career Outcomes
87%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
20hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
—
Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Harvard University has an urban campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Campus Details
1
main campus
1636
founded
6749
intl students
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls plus apartments across the city
Dining
Campus dining plus many restaurants nearby
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Internships and city events
Student clubs
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
6749 (27.2%)
Countries Represented
147
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - UG (2026-27)
USD 62,226 / year
Cost of attendance - UG
USD 91,634 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Harvard College admits first-year students for fall. The Restrictive Early Action deadline for the next cycle is 1 November 2026, and the regular round closes on 1 January. Graduate schools set their own deadlines.
Scholarships at Harvard University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; no minimum English score is published.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; TOEFL / IELTS needed at some schools.
English Proficiency
English proficiency (UG)
No minimum score publishedTOEFL iBT (some grad schools)
IELTS (some grad schools)
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
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
2
Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
3
Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
6
F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Harvard University has an urban campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Bachelor's
2
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📍 Cambridge
Bachelor's
Economics
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📍 Cambridge
Bachelor's
Computer Science
Master's
2
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📍 Cambridge
Master's
Business Administration
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📍 Cambridge
Master's
Public Policy
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