Harvard University
Cambridge, MassachusettsOverview
Student Population
31,566National Rank
#2| Location | Cambridge, Massachusetts |
| Online | harvard.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard University is a large four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 42,749 prospective students applied, and 2,024 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,653 enrolled in the school. 21,006 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 10,560 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $46,340 plus fees of $4,080. Harvard is ranked 2 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Elite| SAT | 1460/1580 |
| ACT | 33/35 |
| GPA | 4.04 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$46,340| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $4,080 |
| Room and Board | $17,160 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,070 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,650 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$136,700 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
97% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 32% |
| Biology | 12% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| History | 9% |
| Mathematics | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166027 IPEDS survey data for Harvard University.
