Master of Science in Data Science 

at Harvard University, Cambridge

The difference between Harvard and Yale is marginal and both the universities are consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide. A comparison between these universities is given below:

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

According to unofficial sources, Harvard University acceptance rate is 3% and early acceptance rate of 7.6%. This means that students who apply early may have higher selection chances. Low acceptance percentage symbolizes that university is too stringent not only for Indians but for each country. Along with meeting basic eligibility criteria, students must provide work experience or internships and submit mandatory documents. 

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)

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. 

Yes, Harvard is quite an expensive option for international students, including Indians. Students can check the cost of living for students willing to take admission below:

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

Given below are the entry requirements for Harvard MS: 

• A bachelor’s degrees in a relevent discipline with a GPA of 3.0
• SOP (no longer than 1,000 words)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Provide your updated C.V. or Resume
• GRE or GMAT score