Harvard University

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   The short answer

   Harvard University is a private university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. It suits students who want a wide selection of undergraduate study in a large research-focused setting and are ready for very high tuition.

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   What you can study

   Harvard lists 15 programmes at the bachelor's level. Subject areas include Biomedical Engineering, Languages & Linguistics, English Literature, International Relations, Anthropology, Mathematics, Fine Arts, Biology, Business Administration (MBA), and Chemistry. Example programmes include Bioengineering, Classics, Comparative Literature, Comparative Study of Religion, African and African American Studies, Applied Mathematics, Art, Film, and Visual Studies, Astrophysics, and Business Administration and Management.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through Harvard’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements on the university website. The degree level listed is bachelor's only, so confirm the exact documents, deadlines, and any country-specific requirements before applying.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is listed at USD 48,500 to USD 65,500. Living costs in Cambridge will be additional, so confirm housing, food, insurance, and other expenses with the admissions office before you apply.

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   Coming from abroad

   Harvard reports 5,200 international students and uses English for its undergraduate offering only indirectly through programme listings, so confirm the language of instruction and any English-language requirement on the official site. If you are moving from abroad, you should also check visa steps, health insurance, housing, and arrival deadlines before committing.

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   How it compares

   Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Harvard stands out as a private institution with a broad undergraduate programme list and a very large international student community. Its tuition sits at the high end, so it is most relevant for applicants who want a selective research university and can handle the cost.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.