Academics
Learning at Harvard can happen for every type of learner, at any phase of life.
“Intelligence, leadership, and talent don’t fall along economic lines, and we want to be sure our doors are open to young people from across the globe.”
Sally Donahue, The Griffin Financial Aid Office
Harvard Schools
Students pursuing undergraduate concentrations or joining one of 12 graduate and professional schools become part of Harvard’s legacy of impactful scholarship and cutting‑edge research.
Harvard College
Undergraduate education that transforms promising students into citizens and citizen-leaders for our society.
Graduate School of Arts & Sciences
Doctoral and master’s programs spanning the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering.
Harvard Medical School
Preparing leaders in medicine, biomedical sciences, and global health through research and education.
Harvard Business School
Educating leaders who make a difference in the world through MBA, doctoral, and executive education programs.
Harvard Law School
One of the world’s preeminent centers of legal education and one of the most influential law schools in the world.
Harvard Kennedy School
Training public leaders and generating ideas that improve governance and public policy around the world.
Harvard degrees
Browse our undergraduate concentrations and graduate programs to find the path that’s right for you.
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Financial aid at Harvard
Harvard schools provide financial assistance through grants, fellowships, and assistantships to enable students to pursue academic excellence. Financial aid is largely supported by Harvard’s endowment, giving students the freedom to choose their paths without financial burden.
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Harvard offers a range of learning opportunities beyond our residential programs — from online courses to professional development.
Our summer programs
Immerse yourself in college life at Harvard or choose from more than 400 open-enrollment courses. Our programs are designed for high school students, visiting undergraduates, and working professionals.
The Crimson Summer Academy
A free program for academically talented Boston and Cambridge high school students.
Harvard Summer School
Open-enrollment programs for visiting students, high school students, and working professionals.
Harvard Pre-College Program
A two-week residential program for exceptional high school students from around the world.
Harvard Secondary School Program
College-level courses for advanced high school students seeking an enriching academic challenge.
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