Harvard University

Harvard University, Oxford University as well as Stanford University are the most prestigious. In terms of rankings, the Oxford University has an upper hand among all the three universities. However, Harvard University offers the best placement package.Mentioned below is the comparison between all the universities on the basis of some parameters, which can help students choose a university for themselves:ParametersHarvard UniversityOxford UniversityStanford UniversityQS World University Ranking 2024 - Best Global Universities#4#3#5Average Package (Base Salary)USD 175,000 or INR 1.5 CrGBP 83,410 or INR 88 LUSD 189,010 or INR 1.6 CrMBA FeesINR 18 L - 62 LINR 29 L - 83 LINR 32 L - 1 Cr (1 USD = INR 83.65­)

Harvard University has a very impressive placement profile for the Harvard Business School graduates. As per the Harvard Business School placement 2023, the Harvard University MBA placement package stands at USD 175,000 (INR 1.5 Cr). Additionally, the median signing bonus is around USD 30,000 (INR 25 L). Given below are the details:ParticularsDetailsAverage PackageUSD 175,000 (INR 1.5 Cr)Median Signing BonusUSD 30,000 (INR 25 L)Top IndustriesConsulting, Private Equity, and TechnologyTop Job SectorsFinance, Consulting, and General ManagementLocation of EmploymentUnited States: 89%International: 11%Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.22

Harvard University is one of the most competitive universities worldwide and as mentioned, getting into it extremely difficult. For the Class of 2025, the university received 8,149 applications for the MBA program. Out of these, only 938 students managed to get an admission offer.In order to secure an enrollment in the Harvard MBA program, candidates must fulfill the admission requirements listed below:College/university transcripts: Since Harvard is a very selective university, students must possess exceptional academic grades, and be at the top of their class.GPA requirements: On a the US 4.0 scale, the average GPA of the students admitted in the Harvard MBA course is 3.73.Letters of recommendation: Candidates must submit two very strong letters of recommendation within the deadlines as it is one of the most crucial factors for admissions.Statement of purpose: In order to connect with the admissions committee and stand out among all the deserving candidates, an essay/statement of purpose plays the deciding role.Proof of English language proficiency: Candidates who submit very high English proficiency exam scores stand a good chance to get enrolled in Harvard University.Resume/CV: It is an applicant's resume that makes them shine apart. Candidates must keep in mind that they need to be an all rounder to get into the university. Hence, activities outside also play a very important role.GMAT/GRE score: Harvard does not have a minimum GMAT/GRE score requirement. However, the average GMAT score submitted by the admitted applicants is in the range 500 - 790. Whereas, the average GRE score is around 163 each for median verbal and median quantitative.Work experience: On an average, the applicants who get admitted in MBA at Harvard have a work experience of 5 years.