How to Apply

How to apply to our undergraduate and graduate programs

Undergraduate

All prospective undergraduate students apply and are admitted to Harvard College. Students do not need to declare their intended concentration until the sophomore year.

At the present time, SEAS does not offer separate tours or information sessions. All prospective students and parents should work with the Harvard College Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

December 1		Evaluation process begins
January 1		Final deadline (postmark) for applications
Early April		Decision letters mailed
May 1		Reply date for admitted students

For more information about financial aid, campus visits, and to apply:

Harvard College Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Agassiz House
10 Garden Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 495-1551

All students begin graduate study in the fall term. We do not offer rolling admissions.

Students with bachelor's degrees in science, mathematics, or engineering are invited to apply for admission.

All students admitted to our Ph.D. program receive full financial support. This includes tuition, fees, and a cost-of living stipend.

On an extremeley limited basis, financial support is available to students in our master's programs.

If you have any questions please e-mail admissions@seas.harvard.edu.

December 15		Early Application Due Date
December 31		Final Application Due Date (by 5 p.m. EST)
Mid-December		Process and review of applications
March		Open house for admitted students
April		Decision letters mailed
May 1		Reply date for admitted students

To apply use the online form:

Apply Online

Undergraduate Admissions