Is it hard to get into Harvard University?

Getting into Harvard University is quite competitive but not impossible. Applicants can get into Harvard once they have outstanding academic grades. For the Class of 2028, 1,937 of the 54,008 applicants to class were granted admission, This is equivalent to 3.6%. Apart from the academic achievements, Harvard University also looks for these qualities in students: Growth & Potential Interests & Activities (Extracurricular) Personal Character Contribution to the Harvard Community

How can an Indian student get into Harvard?

Harvard University is a part of the prestigious Ivy League institutions and also ranks among the top 5 universities in the world. This globally renowned university is very selective when it comes to admissions and admits students based on their holistic profile and overall academic as well as behavioral character. Indian students planning to pursue higher studies in Harvard University must be at the top of their class in order to secure an admission in this highly competitive university. Harvard University has a set of admission requirements for international students and they are listed below: Digital application along with USD 90 (INR 7.5 K) application fee; Official academic transcripts; English proficiency exam scores (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo); Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT); GMAT/GRE scores; Letter of intent/Statement of purpose (SOP); Letters of recommendation (LOR); Resume; Portfolio; and Interview. Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.20

Which are the best courses at Harvard?

As per U.S. News & World Report, Harvard University popular majors are Social Sciences; Computer and Information Sciences; Physical Sciences; Engineering; Psychology; Mathematics, etc. Some of the most popular majors for 2022 graduates are: Social Sciences: 26% Mathematics: 12% Computer and Information Sciences: 11% History: 9%

How can I apply to Harvard University for MBA?

International students who wish to study at Harvard, must meet the Harvard University admission requirements for MBA course are given below: An undergraduate degree or its equivalent GMAT or GRE score TOEFL / IELTS / PTE / Duolingo test score Academic Transcripts Essay Letter of Recommendation Resume

What is the GMAT score required for Harvard?

To apply for Harvard graduate admission, applicanta can submit thier GMAT score along with thier admision application. There is no minimum GMAT score to apply for Harvard admission. But, the MBA class of 2024 has a median GMAT score of total of 740. Check the complete deatil about the Harvard MBA class 2025 GMAT score: Particular Score Range Verbal Range 25-51 Quantitative Range 31-51 Total Range 500-790 Median Verbal 42 Median Quantitative 49 Median Total 740

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Q: What is the average tuition fee a student pays to study at Harvard?

International students who wish to study at Harvard University must pay an avarage tuition fees around INR 45 L and more. Applicants can also pursue Harvard certification courses at an affordable course. The table below includes Harvard fees for undergraduate and graduate courses: Courses 1st Year Tuition Fees MS INR 18 L - 72 L BE/BTech INR 45 L - 49 L MBA/PGDM INR 18 L - 63 L MD INR 58 L BSc INR 49 L MIM INR 18 L - 47 L LLM INR 59 L MArch INR 45 L - 48 L

Q: Does Harvard University offer a Data Science course?

International students can pursue Harvard University Data Science courses in two multiple programs such as Master of Science in Data Science and Master of Liberal Arts in Data Science. The duration of the Data Science programme at the university is 18 months and first-year tuition fees vary from INR 18 L to INR 64 L. The below table includes the first year Harvard University fees for Data Science courses: Courses First-Year Fees Master of Science in Data Science INR 53.62 L Master of Liberal Arts in Data Science INR 17.91 L

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Students aiming to study at Harvard University are required to pay the tuition fees as well as living costs. The living cost includes the components like housing, food, personal expenses, etc. An estimate of Harvard University cost in Indian rupees can be checked from the table given below:

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range	Books and supplies Range	Miscellaneous Expenses and Fees Range	Personal Expenses Range
BA	INR 45.11 L	INR 3.42 L	INR 187,065	INR 16.21 L	NA	INR 399,654	NA
BE/BTech	INR 45.11 L	INR 3.42 L	INR 139,140	INR 16.21 L – INR 16.93 L	INR 61,840	INR 399,654	INR 207,850
BSc	INR 41.28 L - INR 45.11 L	INR 3.39 L - INR 3.42 L	INR 172,515.5 – 187,065	INR 16.21 L – INR 16.93 L	NA	INR 382,610.28 – 399,653.98	NA
BBA	INR 45.11 L	INR 3.42 L	INR 187,065	INR 16.93 L	INR 83,140	INR 399,654	INR 207,850
MA	INR 17.67 L	INR 3.39 L	INR 66,512	NA	NA	INR 8,314	NA
MArch	INR 47.55 L	INR 3.42 L	NA	INR 6.68 L	IN 290,990	INR 117,061.1	NA
MBA/PGDM	INR 62.28 L	INR 3.42 L	INR 186,233.6	INR 18.48 L	NA	INR 216,164	INR 675,928.2
Meng	INR 51.35 L	INR 3.42 L	NA	INR 9.04 L	INR 74,826	INR 8,729.7	NA
MIM	INR 17.67 L	INR 3.39 L	INR 66,512	NA	INR 228,053	INR 8,314	INR 249,420
MS	INR 17.67 L – INR 71.62 L	INR 3.39 L - INR 3.42 L	INR 66,512 – 207,018.6	INR 6.68 L – INR 20.53 L	INR 74,826 – INR 290,990	INR 8,314 - 117061.12	INR 249,420 – INR 750,754.2

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Q: How do you get a 100% scholarship to Harvard?

International students at Harvard University can receive exactly the same financial aid as American students. Harvard University bases aid awards on need, not on merit. This means that financial aid supports the students who are going to benefit from it the most. Moreover, the university meets 100% of the student’s demonstrated financial needs. Some of other scholarships offered by the university to international students are given below:

Boustany MBA Harvard Scholarship
Horace W. Goldsmith Fellowship
The Robert S. Kaplan (MBA 1983) Life Sciences Fellowship
Aga Khan Scholarship

Check more about the Top Harvard University Scholarships for Indian students and how to get them from here.

Q: Which is the least expensive course at Harvard University?

International students can pursue some Harvard University courses under INR 20 L for first-year. However the Harvard University fees for Indian students ranges from INR 16 L to INR 71 L for first-year. We have mentioned below the list of least expensive course at Harvard:

Programs	First-Year Tuition Fees
Master of Liberal Arts in Biotechnology	INR 17.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts programme in Digital Media Design	INR 17.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts programme in Religion	INR 16.48 L
Others of Liberal Arts programme in English	INR 16.48 L
Ph.D.	INR 16 L
Others PG	INR 16 L

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Q: What is the fees for LLM at Harvard?

A year in Harvard Law School LLM course is expensive. In INR, The tuition fee for the 2023-24 academic year is USD 73,600. Apart from the tuition fees, other fees that are included are health insurance and health services fees and activities fees. Besides the tuition & fees, students are required to pay the living expenses too and the estimated budget is given below:

Particulars	Expenses
Rent and utilities	USD 17,100
Food	USD 5,850
Personal expenses	USD 5,647
Books & supplies	USD 1,650
Travel	USD 1,725

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Q: What is the fee for MS at Harvard University?

Harvard University tuition fees for MS program is vary from INR 18 L - 64 L. The below table includes the list of popular MS specializations with first-year fees:

Harvard MS Specializations	Application Deadlines
Computational Science and Engineering	INR 53.2 L
Liberal Arts program in Digital Media Design	INR 17.77 L
Data Science	INR 53.2 L
Design Engineering	INR 49.74 L
Biomedical Informatics	INR 48.01 L
Medical Sciences in Immunology	INR 39.18 L

Q: How much does MBA cost at Harvard?

The Harvard Business cost to study MBA programme is INR 18 L - 62 L as per the specializations for international students. Students can check the below table for Harvard Business MBA fees for international students:

Programs	First-Year Tuition Fees
MBA	INR 62.24 L
Master of Liberal Arts in Finance	INR 17.66 L
MBA Entrepreneurship & Innovation	INR 62.24 L
Master of Liberal Arts in Management	INR 17.66 L
Master of Science in Clinical Service Operations	INR 46.54 L
Master in Public Policy	INR 46.51 L

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Q: How much does it cost for 4 years at Harvard?

To get an idea about the 4 years tuition fees that students will be required to pay at Harvard University for a UG course is given below. However, note that the amount given below is as per the data given for 2023-24.

Particulars	2023-24 Cost of Attendance
Tuition	USD 54,269 (Around INR 45 lakh)
Fees	USD 4,807 (Around INR 4 lakh)
Housing	USD 12,424 (Around INR 10 lakh)
Food	USD 7,950 (Around INR 6 lakh)
Personal expenses	USD 2,500 (Around INR 2 lakh)
Books	USD 1,000 (Around INR 82k)
Transportation costs	USD 0 – USD 4,500 (Around INR 4 lakh)

Additionally, health insurance is required at a cost of USD 4,120 (for 2023-24) unless the students are covered under the family’s health plan.

Q: How do I get into Harvard for CSE Masters?

Check the Harvard University University admission requirements for Harvard University MS in CSE:

A bachelor’s degree in the relevant field
Completed application form
Statement of Purpose
Three Letters of Recommendation
Academic Transcripts
CV or Resume
TOEFL / IELTS score report

Q: What is the average tuition fee a student pays to study at Harvard?

International students who wish to study at Harvard University must pay an avarage tuition fees around INR 45 L and more. Applicants can also pursue Harvard certification courses at an affordable course. The table below includes Harvard fees for undergraduate and graduate courses:

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees
MS	INR 18 L - 72 L
BE/BTech	INR 45 L - 49 L
MBA/PGDM	INR 18 L - 63 L
MD	INR 58 L
BSc	INR 49 L
MIM	INR 18 L - 47 L
LLM	INR 59 L
MArch	INR 45 L - 48 L

Q: Does Harvard University offer a Data Science course?

International students can pursue Harvard University Data Science courses in two multiple programs such as Master of Science in Data Science and Master of Liberal Arts in Data Science. The duration of the Data Science programme at the university is 18 months and first-year tuition fees vary from INR 18 L to INR 64 L. The below table includes the first year Harvard University fees for Data Science courses:

Courses	First-Year Fees
Master of Science in Data Science	INR 53.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts in Data Science	INR 17.91 L

Q: How do I get admission to Harvard University for M.S. (Engineering) course?

International students who wish to study Harvard University for M.S. (Engineering) course must complete a bachelor's degree in a relevent descipline. Mentioned below are Harvard University admission requirments for M.S. (Engineering) course:

Complete an undergraduate degree in Engineering or related stream from a recognised institution
Must have at least two years of full-time work experience
Submit GRE or GMAT score
A TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English (PTE), or Duolingo English Test score is required if English is not a native language
Submit two letters of recommendation
Provide an updated Resume or CV

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Tuition & fees	INR 51,97,436
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Insurance	INR 3,54,103
Transportation	INR 2,02,248
Books	INR 84,270
Application fee	INR 7,163
Personal expenses	INR 2,10,675
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