Academics

Learning at Harvard can happen for every type of learner, at any phase of life.

“Intelligence, leadership, and talent don’t fall along economic lines, and we want to be sure our doors are open to young people from across the globe.”

— Sally Donahue

Harvard Schools

When you come to Harvard, either to pursue an undergraduate liberal arts concentration from Harvard College or to join one of our 12 graduate and professional Schools, you become part of our legacy of impactful scholarship and cutting-edge research.

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Financial aid at Harvard

Many schools and programs across Harvard provide financial assistance to students who attend. Supported in large part by our endowment, this funding includes grants and financial aid, paid graduate fellowships and assistantships, and other programs.

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Harvard offers learning opportunities for everyone, at every commitment level.

Online courses

Bring Harvard home. Gain knowledge. Make an impact.

Harvard Extension
School

 Access Harvard. Unlock your potential.

Professional and
lifelong learning

Expand your skill set. Become a better leader.

Our summer programs

Immerse yourself in college life, build important life skills, or take one of the more than 400 open-enrollment courses.

The Crimson Summer Academy
Harvard Summer School

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March 03, 2025

6:00pm – 7:00pm EST

Hybrid

The Future of Trustworthy Information: Learning from Online Content Creators

 The Future of Trustworthy Information: Learning from Online Content Creators

March 03, 2025

7:00pm – 8:30pm EST

In-person

Myth and Modernity at A.R.T.

 Myth and Modernity at A.R.T.

March 05, 2025

1:00pm – 2:00pm EST

Hybrid

Environments for Health and Happiness: A Seminar with Dr. Lindsey Burghardt

Environments for Health and Happiness: A Seminar with Dr. Lindsey Burghardt