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Ordering University Photos

Harvard University photographers are active on campus and around the world, providing insight into Harvard news, faculty and staff, and events. Photo Services, managed by Harvard Public Affairs & Communications, offers a large library of images available for use by the media.

External photo requests

We provide two options for acquiring images for external use. Below we have some preselected images that are ready for downloading (simply right click on the image and save). Or, at the bottom of the page, we have an order form for requesting a specific photo.

Are you a Harvard employee looking to order photos? Find directions on our Guidelines Site.

Preselected images

Please find below a selection of images available for download by members of the media. Photographer credits are required.

A Harvard gate with an Iron H.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

A view of the tops of Harvard buildings
Kris Snibbe/Harvard University

A Harvard building behind trees.
Kris Snibbe/Harvard University

The crowd at a Harvard Commencement seen from the stage
Kris Snibbe/Harvard University

The peak of a Harvard building seen beyond the Charles river and behind trees.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

Harvard Students walking up the steps of Widener Library.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

A Harvard gate made of brick and iron, with a bright sky behind it.
Dylan Goodman/Harvard University

A view of Harvard buildings and the Charles river
Kris Snibbe/Harvard University

The John Harvard statue
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

The peak of a Harvard building seen at sunset.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

The Harvard colosseum with fall foliage behind it.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University

Harvard University owns the copyright and all other rights to the photos appearing in this gallery. News organizations have Harvard University’s permission to publish the photos in connection with news articles about Harvard, provided that the photo is not altered in any way (other than for formatting purposes) and that such use does not state or otherwise imply the approval or endorsement by Harvard University or any Harvard School, unit, division, or affiliate of the article’s content, the news organization, or any other organization, person, product, or service.

The display of the photo must credit Harvard University, preferably with the name of the photographer, when available.

Requesting a specific image

For requestors who are outside of Harvard, a specific image can be requested through our form.

Fill out the Photo Order Form

By submitting this order, you agree to the following conditions for nonexclusive, one-time usage:

  • Images are for editorial and educational use.
  • Images cannot be archived.
  • Appropriate credit must be given with each and every use.
  • Images are copyright protected with restricted use.
  • Editorial images and videos have restrictions on their usage. They can only be used for news, editorial, academic, and non-commercial.

Image requests must include the represented news agency, which images are sought and for what purpose, where they will be used, and the deadline. A representative from Photo Services will contact you to discuss permissions; usage fees may apply. Please note the following:

  • Normal delivery is five business days.
  • Most images are 300 dpi JPEGs at roughly 12-by-18 inches.
  • Rush requests will be handled as soon as possible, and rush charges may apply.
  • To publish an image of an individual, we request that the subject pictured send written consent to release the image.
  • All images must credit Harvard University, preferably with the name of the photographer, when available.
  • You may not use, reproduce, store, alter, or transfer any of the images to a third party without the prior written permission of Harvard Public Affairs & Communications.

Harvard University owns the copyright to requested photos. News organizations have Harvard University’s permission to publish the photos in connection with news articles about Harvard, provided that the photo is not altered in any way (other than for formatting purposes) and that such use does not state or otherwise imply the approval or endorsement by Harvard University or any Harvard School, unit, division, or affiliate of the article’s content, the news organization, or any other organization, person, product, or service. Please visit the content use guidelines for republishing Harvard Gazette articles and photos. The display of the photo must credit Harvard University, preferably with the name of the photographer, when available.

Requests for use of the Harvard shield or insignia should be sent to the Harvard Trademark Program.