Harvard University

Key Admissions Stats

• Institution Type: Private, Not-for-Profit, Coed
• Need-Blind: Yes (financial situation isn’t considered in admissions)
• Level of Institution: 4-Year
• Campus Setting: Small city
• Acceptance Rate: 3%

Admissions Requirements

• SAT/ACT: Not required
• Transcript: Required
• Important Deadlines:
  • Early Action: November 1
  • Fall Regular Decision: January 1 (Reply by May 1)

Admitted Student Stats

• In-State Students: 15%
• Out-of-State Students: 82%
• International Students: 28%
• SAT Submissions: 55% (Avg. SAT: 1529)
• ACT Submissions: 55% (Avg. ACT: 35)

Academics

Key Academic Stats

• Highest Degree Offered: Doctorate
• Total Students: 30,631
• Undergraduates: 9,368
• Academic Calendar: Semester-based
• Class Sizes:
  • 2-19 Students: 76%
  • 20-39 Students: 11%
  • 40-99 Students: 8%
  • 100+ Students: 3%
• Graduation Rates:
  • 4-Year: 86% (National Avg: 28%)
  • 6-Year: 98% (National Avg: 52%)
• Student-Faculty Ratio: 7:1 (National Avg: 21:1)

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Key Financial Stats

• Average Net Price: $18,037
• Tuition (In-State & Out-of-State): $59,076
• Additional Costs:
  • Room & Board: $20,374
  • Books & Supplies: $1,000
• Aid & Grants:
  • 100% Need Met
  • 13% Receive Gift Aid (Avg. $61,801/yr)
  • Avg. Federal Grant: $7,628/yr
  • Avg. Institutional Grant: $59,255/yr
• Student Loans:
  • 9% Borrow Loans (Avg. $9,004/yr)
  • Avg. Debt at Graduation: $12,500
  • Median Monthly Loan Payment: $131

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

• Student Gender:
  • Male: 48% (National Avg: 44%)
  • Female: 52% (National Avg: 56%)
• Student Organizations: 447
• Town Size: Small city
• LGBTQIA Resources: Yes
• On-Campus Women’s Center: Yes
• Housing:
  • 97% Undergrads Live On-Campus
  • Freshmen Must Live On-Campus
• Athletics:
  • Nickname: Crimson
  • Colors: Crimson & White
  • Association: NCAA
  • Conference: Ivy Group
• Campus Safety:
  • 24/7 Security Patrol
  • Emergency Phones Available

After Graduation

Post-Grad Stats

• Top 5 Cities Alumni Move To:
  • Boston, New York, San Francisco, Washington, Los Angeles
• Avg. Salary (6 Years Post-Grad): $139,100

What Students Are Saying

“The students are amazing—teamwork is huge here (even transfers notice how unique it is). There’s always something to do, whether in academics, clubs, or events. Sure, being surrounded by so many brilliant people can make you doubt yourself, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”
— Current Sophomore

“Harvard is one of the most exclusive universities in the world. Being here is humbling—every day is a learning experience. The only thing we all have in common? We applied. So don’t hesitate!”
— Aus10

“Harvard is built on a love for learning. The opportunities are endless, and the professors are leaders in their fields.”
— Cat from Cambridge, MA

“Harvard is for students who crave growth. Walking through Johnson Gate and touching John Harvard’s foot feels like stepping into greatness. It’s not just a college—it’s a lifelong experience.”