Harvard University (Harvard) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Cambridge, MA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The Harvard's 2024 tuition & fees is $59,076 for the academic year 2023-2024. 46% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $55,433.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 30,631 and the students to faculty ratio is 7 to 1 (14.29%).

Harvard ranked 2nd in National Universities and 2nd in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Harvard University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.


2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Harvard University is $59,076. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $55,440.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $60,949 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $57,173.

Undergraduate$59,076
Graduate$55,440
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 5/10/2024)
Undergraduate$60,949
Graduate$57,173

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Harvard's acceptance rate is 3.24% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 82.96%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,550.

The average graduation rate is 97%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 30,631 students erolled in the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic statistics for Harvard are listed in the following table.

2024 Harvard Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »3.24% Acceptance Rate / 82.96% Yield
Test Scores »1,550 SAT / 35 ACT
Graduation Rate »97%
Retention Rate98%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio14.29% (7 to 1)
Student Population »30,631 (9,368 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$55,433

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Harvard University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Harvard
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Harvard University Directory Information

AddressMassachusetts Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone617-495-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree