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Harvard University

Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$99,572

Acceptance Rate

4%

Graduation Rate

98%

Annual Tuition

$59,076

At a Glance

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Total Students

7,755

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Retention Rate

99%

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Faculty Ratio

7

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Financial Aid

5%

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Median Debt

$14,000

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Harvard University is a private, non-profit institution with a very selective acceptance rate of 3.5%. The university has a student population of 7,755. The institution boasts a high graduation rate of 97.6% and a retention rate of 98.6%. The annual in-state tuition is $59,076.

Graduates see strong earnings, with a median of $92,518 one year after graduation, rising to $99,572 after five years and $101,817 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $14,000. Financial aid is provided to 4.9% of students.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$93k

1 YEAR

$100k

5 YEARS

$102k

10 YEARS

Top 1% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Harvard University graduates earn a median salary of $92,518. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $99,572, and after ten years, the median salary is $101,817. The median debt for graduates is $14,000. 4.9% of students receive financial aid.

Harvard University has a very high retention rate of 98.6% and a graduation rate of 97.6%. The university has a very low acceptance rate of 3.5%. The in-state tuition is $59,076.

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Campus Location

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Cambridge, Massachusetts

Cambridge, MA 02138

Harvard University is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Harvard University has an acceptance rate of 4%.