A
Excellent
Score: 82/100

Harvard University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
🌐 www.harvard.edu/
Outcomes
A+
98/100
Affordability
F
28/100
Resources
A+
96/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
A+
100/100

Quick Stats

30,386
Total Enrollment
97%
Graduation Rate
99%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Harvard University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,157,911
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,314/mo — vs ~$1,380/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02135 (3.6% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where Harvard University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Learning Sciences
of 7 schools
🥇
Educational Evaluation and Research
of 6 schools
🥈
Sustainability Studies
of 43 schools
🥈
Public Administration
of 100 schools
🥉
Law
of 100 schools
#4
Public Health, General
of 100 schools
#6
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
of 100 schools
#8
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#13
Political Science and Government, General
of 100 schools
#21
Computer Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $54,269 $54,269
Room $12,424
Board $7,950
Total Cost (On-Campus) $86,705 $86,705

Financial Aid

72%
Receive Any Aid
21%
Receive Pell Grants
9%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

30,386
Total Students
54%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 9%
Black 6%
Asian 15%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 26%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 70%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 82%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Harvard University?
Harvard University has an acceptance rate of 3%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Harvard University?
Tuition at Harvard University is $54,269 for in-state students and $54,269 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Harvard University?
The graduation rate at Harvard University is 97%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Harvard University a good school?
Harvard University has a Repit College Score of 82/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Harvard University?
Harvard University has a total enrollment of 30,386 students. Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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A
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A
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B+
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A
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology