Harvard University

To get into Harvard University, you'll need to submit an application that includes essays, letters of recommendation, test scores, and other materials. You should also demonstrate your extracurricular activities, academic achievements, and interest in Harvard. 

Application materials

Application form: Apply online through the Common Application or Coalition Application 

Essays: Write a personal statement and Harvard supplemental essays 

Letters of recommendation: Get strong recommendations

Both Columbia & Harvard are considered among the best higher educational institutions & are very selective at admitting students.

Columbia has an acceptance rate of 3.85% which is marginally better than Harvard's 3.4%. Both institutions are almost similar at admissions & only accept highly qualified individuals.

The education school has created a number of individuals who have made significant contributions not just in education but in media, law, writing & several other sectors.

Some key figures of the HGSE alumni network are mentioned below:

·      Frank H. Wu: Former Dean at University of California

·      Clint Smith: American Writer & Poet

·      Jodie Picoult: American Writer

·      Mike Johnston: Mayor of Denver

·      Andrew McCollum: CEO of Philo

Harvard does not maintain off-campus accommodation services. But, it does maintain a dedicated room listing platform in partnership with some external accommodation partners. Interested candidates can use Harvard's off-campus housing portal to look for accommodation that best suits their needs & is in line with the budget.

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 costs such as food, utilities, room rent, transportation, etc.

The cost may vary depending on the standard of living students pursue in Cambridge.

Yes, on-campus accommodation is available to students in the form of suites & apartments at university maintained residential halls.  All essential living facilities such as beds, drawers, desks, study rooms, recreation halls, kitchen & bathroom facilities are provided to students.

The halls also house the university's faculty & their respective families, creating an inclusive living environment. The city's public transportation facilities are just a short walk away too providing greater access to all that Cambridge has to offer.