Welcome to Harvard
With world-class faculty, groundbreaking research opportunities, and a diverse group of talented students, Harvard is more than just a place to get an education.
Harvard at a glance
Those who are part of the Harvard community join nearly four centuries of students and scholars in the pursuit of truth, knowledge, and a better world.
-
1636
the year Harvard was founded
-
6,716
undergraduate students
-
$645 million
granted in financial aid and scholarships in the 2020 fiscal year
-
13,815
graduate students
-
5,365
faculty and postdoctoral fellows
-
400,000+
alumni worldwide
The people of Harvard
From bright and motivated students to engaging faculty members, these are some of the people who call Harvard home.
Meet the students
Noah Harris
Noah Harris ’22 is the new president of Harvard College’s Undergraduate Council.
Meet the students
Manasi Maheshwari and Michele Wang
These computer science concentrators launched “TechInColor,” a podcast that spotlights diverse leaders in tech and business.
Meet the students
Vlad Batagui
While the Harvard Art Museums are closed, Vlad and other art-loving undergraduates are leading virtual gallery tours.
Meet the faculty
Yvette Jackson
Assistant Professor Yvette Jackson is a composer of electroacoustic, chamber, and orchestral music, with a focus on radio operas and immersive narrative soundscape productions.
Meet the faculty
Sarah Dimick
Assistant Professor Sarah Dimick’s course, “Voices of Environmental Justice,” considers the relationship between systems of human injustice and environmental issues.
Meet the faculty
Demba Ba
In his current research, Associate Professor Demba Ba is focused on gaining a better understanding of AI networks and their relationship to the brain.
A place where everyone can thrive
At Harvard, we are focused on creating a vibrant community of belonging by pursuing diversity, building inclusion, and creating more equitable opportunities for learning.
Out and about
Athletics
From club sports and intramurals to varsity athletics and recreation, Crimson pride is found across campus.
Museums
Our 15 museums offer educational experiences for students as well as the community and visitors to campus.
Libraries
Established in 1638, Harvard Library is the oldest library system in the country and the world’s largest academic library.
Our community
Harvard is a proud member of the Boston, Cambridge, and Massachusetts communities.
Take a virtual tour
Free, virtual, student-led tours are offered by the Harvard University Visitor Center.
We’d love to see you
From classes and events to community partnerships, there are many ways you can get involved in the Harvard community.
Take a class
Advance your career, pursue your passion, or just keep learning.
Attend an event
From arts and politics to science and business, there is an event at Harvard to pique your interest.
Get involved
From arts and events to partnerships and educational initiatives, there are many ways to be a part of our community.
At home at Harvard
Spring on campus