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Harvard University deadline for admission to undergraduate and graduate programs varies for international students. Mentioned below are the deadlines for admission to Harvard University:

  • The Harvard application deadline 2026 for undergraduate admission is Nov 01, 2025
  • The Harvard application deadline for MBA admission in round 1 is Sep 03, 2025 

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Harvard University Courses & Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)
INR 21 L - 80 LGet Fee Details
Duration9 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 - 7.5, TOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE: 70 & Above, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GMAT, GRE
MS(25 courses)
INR 19 L - 80 LGet Fee Details
Duration9 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 80 - 103, PTE: 70 & Above, Duolingo: 125 - 130, IELTS: 7 - 7.5, GRE, GMAT
B.E. / B.Tech(5 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedSAT, IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   Are Harvard online courses valid?
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Harvard University online courses are valid depending on the type of the course and the platform chosen. Students can choose platforms like Harvard Extension Schools, Harvard Business School Online, Harvard OpenCourseWare, Coursera, FutureLearn, and more. Platforms like Harvard Extension School are fully accredited and are valid in India. Also, Harvard Business School online is valid as a pre-MBA or upskilling program. On the other hand, courses from HarvardX, Harvard OCW, and Coursera are not valid but considered great for personal and professional development.

Q:   Which Harvard online course is best?
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Harvard offers a range of online programs for different fields. Students looking for tech and programming can choose courses on Computer Science, Web programming with Python and JavaScript, Artificial Intelligence with Python, Data Science, and more. Students can check the table below for the Harvard best online courses:

Field

Courses available

Tech & programming

Introduction to Computer Science

Web Programming with Python and JavaScript

Data Science: R Basics

Business & Management

Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies

Negotiation Mastery (HBS Online)

CORe (Credential of Readiness)

Policy, Law, and Government

Justice with Michael Sandel

The Health Effects of Climate Change

Personal growth and psychology

The Science of Well-Being

Improving Your Memory

HarvardX Mindfulness & Resilience Modules

 

Q:   Is a Harvard online certificate worth it?
A: 

Platforms like HarvardX, HBS Online provide certificates to international applicants that are worthy of improving your skill set, personal, and professional development. However, these certificates are not equivalent to a Harvard degree, but can be used in a resume to show skill sets. There are online courses present on Data Science, Business, Law, and Public Health that are highly popular and can strengthen students' academic profile and prepare them for a university programme or interview.

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

ProgramsFirst-Year Tuition Fees
Master of Liberal Arts in BiotechnologyINR 17.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts programme in Digital Media DesignINR 17.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts programme in ReligionINR 16.48 L
Others of Liberal Arts programme in EnglishINR 16.48 L
Ph.D.INR 16 L
Others PGINR 16 L

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Q:   What is the ROI of Harvard MBA?
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Harvard University Cambridge MBA tuition fees for the academic year 2025-26 is USD 78,700 (Around INR 69 lakh). This is the 9-month total estimate. The median base salary for the Class of 2024 MBA graduates is USD 175,000 (Around INR 1.53 Cr.). Considering the returns, it can be said that studying MBA would be worth an investment. A few of the industries where the graduates of this university have been hired are Consulting, Technology, Private Equity, Health Care, etc. 

Q:   What is the fees for LLM at Harvard?
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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:

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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

Also Read: Cost of Living in USA for International Students 

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Harvard University Courses 2025 FAQs

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

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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?
A: 

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?
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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?
A: 

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:

CoursesFirst-Year Fees
Master of Science in Data ScienceINR 53.62 L
Master of Liberal Arts in Data ScienceINR 17.91 L
Q:   How do I get admission to Harvard University for M.S. (Engineering) course?
A: 

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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Law is a very different study . Interdisciplinary study or some other different subject knowledge enhance the level .

 

Harvard is a brand worldwide and also the education is comparatively higher .You need to have some exceptional achievements to get there.Also a good research before applying for Harv

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Harvard University acceptance rate usually stays under 5%. For the class of 2029,  Harvard received around 53,700 applications from prospective students. Whereas the number of students admitted stood at approximately 1,950.  This suggests that the Harvard acceptance rate 2025 stands at 3.63%,  meani

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Studying at Harvard can be expensive for Indian students. Located in Cambridge, the cost of living when studying at Harvard is high. Apart from the tuition fee, students also need to pay for housing, food, transportation, insurance, among others on a monthly basis. 
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The cost of attendance for international students at Harvard for 2025-26 is given below:

ParticularsAcademic Year 2025-26
TuitionUSD 59,320 (INR 51.5L)
Health ServicesUSD 1,800 (INR 1.6L)
Housing RateUSD 13,532 (INR 11.7L)
Student ServicesUSD 3,676 (INR 3.2L)
Food RateUSD 8,598 (INR 7.5L)
Total USD 86,926 (INR 75.3L)
Conversion Used: 1 USD = INR 86.75

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Before taking admission to the university, students must take care of all the costs that they must incur while studying at Harvard University. Students looking for accommodation at university owned residential halls can expect the annual cost of living to be around INR 35-40 L. This includes various

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