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Harvard University

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#5
Acceptance Rate
4%
Completion Rate
97%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Harvard University
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Undergraduate students
7601
International Students
15%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
7:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$62,226/yr
2026-27, across 105 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at Harvard University

105 courses, A–Z.