BA in Chemical and Physical Biology 

at Harvard University, Cambridge

For the Harvard College classes of 2027-2030, students can apply for admission without standardized test scores, meaning without SAT or ACT scores. But, you can submit the standardized test scores but, those who will not submit these scores will not be at a disadvantage. The accomplishments of students in and out of the classroom during the high school years like extracurricular activities, community involvement, family responsibilities, etc. are considered too.

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

The final answer to selecting a place to study MBA programme at INSEAD or Harvard depends on the students’ preference or the target location for career. However, according to the alumni of INSEAD Singapore, here are some of the few points that make INSEAD Singapore a great school:

• If students are looking for a career worldwide, then the applicants can choose INSEAD Singapore as it truly provides with a global network
• Also, students at INSEAD are quite diverse
• A lot of students’ friends who have passed from INSEAD have now positions like CEOs, major directors of NGOs, etc. In all, INSEAD’s alumni network is quite global

After passing Class 12, Indian students can take admission to Harvard Uni. The applicants can submit the application via Common App or Coalition App. SAT / ACT scores can be submitted too. 

The University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University, both are the most reputed institutions in the USA. There is no comparison between them. However, students can decide where to go as both of them are extremely popular and can lead to a successful career. Students with extremely excellent performance can make a place in either of two as their acceptance rates are very low. The Harvard University acceptance rate is 3.41% which is the second the lowest in history and UPenn acceptance rate is 5.4%. Both universities provide a wide range of programs in over 100 specializations and their tuition costs are high. Students can check the below comparison table and decide where they must apply:

International students, including Indians, must show their excellent academic performance, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, and extracurricular activities to improve their selection probability. UG applicants should submit a proof of completion of High school. For admission to PG courses, Harvard Uni applicants should have a Bachelor's degree. Also, the applicants should submit essays, letter of recommendation, SOP, resume, English language proficiency score, etc. 

International students can apply for a master's programme at Harvard till early December. The students must apply through the official portals of Harvard Kennedy School, John A. Paulson School of Engineering, or others. Documents that have to be submitted are previous year's academic transcripts, an essay, CV, GMAT / GRE scores. Here are the application deadlines: 

·       MS (John A. Paulson School of Engineering): Dec 1, 2025

·       MS (Harvard Kennedy School): Early Dec 2025 (Application available in September)

To apply for Harvard graduate admission, applicanta can submit thier GMAT score along with thier admision application. As such, minimum GMAT score required for Harvard MBA has not been mentioned. Check the complete deatil about the Harvard MBA class 2025 GMAT score:

Harvard University online courses are valid depending on the type of the course and the platform chosen. For the online courses, students can check Harvard Extension Schools, Harvard Business School Online and more. Harvard Extension School is fully accredited. 

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