Know How To Get Into Harvard University

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7 February 2025

Harvard University, ranked fourth in the QS World University Rankings 2025 with an overall score of 96.8, remains one of the most prestigious institutions in the world

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Getting into Harvard requires meticulous preparation and a thorough understanding of its application process

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Prospective first-year students must complete either the Common Application or the Coalition Application, along with Harvard's specific supplements

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The university assures applicants that there is no preference between the two application methods, and both are treated equally by the Admissions Committee

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Harvard University requires all applicants to take either the ACT or SAT to meet its standardised testing requirement

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For students struggling with these tests, alternatives include IB scores, GCSE/A-Level results, and National Leaving Exam results

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Students facing financial or test center challenges are encouraged to apply, though SAT/ACT may still be required

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Harvard evaluates all applicants equally, without quotas or limits for international students

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While interviews are not mandatory, Harvard tries to arrange them when possible, particularly in the US, Canada, and the UK, where alumni conduct interviews

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Harvard recommends strong English skills, though it doesn't require TOEFL or IELTS for applicants

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Students applying to the Visiting Undergraduate Students Programme, however, must submit either TOEFL or IELTS scores

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Harvard offers application fee waivers for financially needy students through the Common or Coalition Application

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