Harvard University

Cambridge, MA
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    331 faculty · 56 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Computer Science83 faculty · 31 courses avg h-index 38.8 #7 of 88 in Computer Science
    L Mahadevan h-index 104
    Applied Mathematics Active Matter Computational Neuroscience Computational Science and Engineering
    Notable: “Biomimetic 4D printing” (2016) · 2,945 citations
    Robert J. Wood h-index 97
    Applied Mathematics Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Modeling Physical/Biological Phenomena and Systems
    Notable: “An integrated design and fabrication strategy for entirely soft, autonomous robots” (2016) · 2,109 citations
    Conor Walsh h-index 77
    Applied Mathematics Data Science Modeling Physical/Biological Phenomena and Systems Artificial Intelligence
    Notable: “Soft robotic glove for combined assistance and at-home rehabilitation” (2014) · 1,589 citations
    Petros Koumoutsakos h-index 76
    Applied Mathematics Active Matter Computational Science and Engineering Control Theory and Stochastic Systems
    Notable: “Reducing the Time Complexity of the Derandomized Evolution Strategy with Covariance Matrix Adaptation (CMA-ES)” (2003) · 2,558 citations
    Courses: Introduction to Computer Science · Systems Programming and Machine Organization · Build at the Speed of Thought · Privacy, Fairness, and Validity Through the Lens of Theoretical CS · Planning and Learning Methods in AI · Introduction to Reinforcement Learning +25 more
    Economics72 faculty avg h-index 50.8 #1 of 104 in Economics
    Andrei Shleifer, John L. Loeb Professor of Economics h-index 152
    Notable: “Law and Finance” (1998) · 18,121 citations
    Cass R. Sunstein, Robert Walmsley University Professor, Harvard Law School; Affiliate of Economics h-index 130
    Notable: “Using social and behavioural science to support COVID-19 pandemic response” (2020) · 5,063 citations
    Amartya Sen, Thomas W. Lamont University Professor h-index 114
    Notable: “Development as Freedom” (1999) · 13,549 citations
    Edward Glaeser, Fred and Eleanor Glimp Professor of Economics h-index 112
    Notable: “Growth in Cities” (1992) · 4,594 citations
    Government61 faculty avg h-index 33.8 #1 of 100 in Political Science
    Peter A. Hall, Krupp Foundation Professor of European Studies h-index 107
    Es on the political response to economic challenges in the developed political economies since World War II and the economic and cultural roots of support for populism.
    Gary King, Albert J. Weatherhead III University Professor h-index 93
    Theda Skocpol, Victor S. Thomas Professor of Government and Sociology h-index 74
    Robert Putnam, Peter and Isabel Malkin Professor of Public Policy h-index 57
    Cellular Biology37 faculty avg h-index 56.5 #2 of 123 in Biological Sciences
    Norbert Perrimon, Affiliate Member h-index 156
    Notable: “Targeted gene expression as a means of altering cell fates and generating dominant phenotypes” (1993) · 9,816 citations
    Joshua Sanes, Professor Emeritus h-index 150
    Notable: “Highly Parallel Genome-wide Expression Profiling of Individual Cells Using Nanoliter Droplets” (2015) · 7,838 citations
    Richard Losick, Professor Emeritus h-index 129
    Notable: “Fruiting body formation by Bacillus subtilis” (2001) · 1,163 citations
    Nancy Kleckner h-index 94
    Notable: “Capturing Chromosome Conformation” (2002) · 3,790 citations
    Mathematics30 faculty avg h-index 32.2 #1 of 23 in Mathematics
    Shing-Tung Yau, Professor Emeritus h-index 81
    Differential geometry, partial differential equations, topology, and mathematical physics Faculty Professors Benjamin Peirce Fellows Lecturers Preceptors Senior Lecturers Senior Preceptors Graduate Students Post Doctoral Fellows Staff Visi
    Notable: “On the ricci curvature of a compact kähler manifold and the complex monge‐ampére equation, I” (1978) · 2,456 citations
    Eric Maskin, Adams University Professor of Mathematics and Economics h-index 69
    Notable: “The Folk Theorem in Repeated Games with Discounting or with Incomplete Information” (1986) · 2,411 citations
    David Mumford, Professor Emeritus h-index 58
    Notable: “Optimal approximations by piecewise smooth functions and associated variational problems” (1989) · 5,191 citations
    Horng-Tzer Yau, Merton Professor of Mathematics h-index 55
    Notable: “The Chandrasekhar theory of stellar collapse as the limit of quantum mechanics” (1987) · 409 citations
    Applied Mathematics22 faculty · 25 courses avg h-index 61.7 #2 of 29 in Mathematics & Statistics
    David R. Nelson h-index 109
    Applied Mathematics Active Matter Modeling Physical/Biological Phenomena and Systems Applied Physics Biomaterials
    Notable: “Bond-orientational order in liquids and glasses” (1983) · 3,472 citations
    Katia Bertoldi h-index 86
    Applied Mathematics Modeling Physical/Biological Phenomena and Systems Applied Physics Materials Materials and Mechanical Engineering Materials
    Fiamma Straneo h-index 57
    Applied Mathematics Fluid Mechanics Environmental Science and Engineering Climate Change Climate Dynamics
    Notable: “BedMachine v3: Complete Bed Topography and Ocean Bathymetry Mapping of Greenland From Multibeam Echo Sounding Combined With Mass Conservation” (2017) · 1,071 citations
    John W. Hutchinson h-index 28
    Applied Mathematics Modeling Physical/Biological Phenomena and Systems Materials and Mechanical Engineering Solid Mechanics Related News John
    Notable: “The State of Practice in Model-Driven Engineering” (2013) · 360 citations
    Courses: Computing with Python for Scientists and Engineers · Solving and Optimizing · Introduction to Applied Mathematics · Supervised Reading and Research · Thesis Research · Statistical Inference for Scientists and Engineers +19 more

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Harvard University. Harvard University in Cambridge, MA reports an overall acceptance rate of 3.6%, an early-round acceptance rate of 8.7%, an SAT middle 50% of 1510–1580, a class size of 1,650, and a yield of 84.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Most selective Ivy. Legacy and ALDC (athletes, legacies, dean's list, children of staff) comprise ~43% of white admits.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Harvard University: key admissions facts

    Harvard University's overall acceptance rate is 3.6% (the most recent Common Data Set). Harvard University's early-round acceptance rate is 8.7% (the most recent Common Data Set). Harvard University's SAT middle-50% range is 1510–1580 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Harvard University is about 3.95 (the most recent Common Data Set). Harvard University's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 84.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Harvard University for families earning under $75,000 is about $4,070 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Harvard University on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Harvard University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $3,829 per year in net price at Harvard University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $42,072 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $6,011 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Harvard University: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$3,829
    $30,001–$48,000$2,370
    $48,001–$75,000$6,011
    $75,001–$110,000$16,930
    Over $110,000$42,072
    Tuition (before aid)$59,320
    Room and board$22,130

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Harvard University?

    Harvard University's overall acceptance rate is 3.6%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 8.7%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Harvard University?

    Admitted students at Harvard University typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1510–1580 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.95, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Harvard University?

    Getting into Harvard University is extremely difficult: it admits 3.6% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Harvard University offer early decision or early action?

    Harvard University offers early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 8.7%, versus 3.6% overall.

    How much does Harvard University cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Harvard University — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $4,070 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Harvard University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $3,829 per year in net price at Harvard University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $42,072 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $6,011 per year after grants and scholarships.

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