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An Undergraduate Experience Like No Other

Harvard College is a close-knit undergraduate community within Harvard University. With world-class faculty, groundbreaking research opportunities, and a commitment to a diverse environment of bright, talented students, Harvard is more than just a place to get an education—it's where students come to be transformed.

About Harvard College

From library and museum collections to arts, athletics, and service, Harvard’s campus resources are unparalleled. Teaching and research are integral to Harvard College—students learn from faculty of the highest caliber, conduct their own investigations, and contribute to research in labs and libraries

At the heart of Harvard College are the Houses, where students live and learn alongside their peers, faculty members, and graduate students. As a smaller home within the College and University, each House offers an enriching and supportive environment where students grow as individuals and as members of their community.

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Mission, Vision, & History

Mission, Vision, & History

At Harvard College, we have been shaping the future for nearly 400 years. We are committed to helping students undergo an intellectual, social, and personal transformation far beyond the traditional college experience.

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  • 1636 Opened in

  • 98 % Graduation rate of our students

  • 7,103 Students

  • 7:1 Student to faculty ratio

Intellectual Vitality

Fostering a Community of Learning

Through intellectual vitality, the Harvard College community seeks to establish a culture in which all members speak, listen, and ask questions of each other – and ourselves – with curiosity and respect. This is critical to achieve the mission of Harvard College and what we as a community believe in.

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Dean Rakesh Khurana

Dean Rakesh Khurana

Rakesh Khurana, professor of sociology and organizational behavior at Harvard University and former Faculty Dean of Cabot House, became Danoff Dean of Harvard College on July 1, 2014. Not only is he an award-winning teacher and academic, he is a friend to all undergraduates here at Harvard.

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Campus

From our libraries to our museums, our support services to our common spaces, our campus is teeming with resources to guide your experience.

Liberal Arts & Sciences

Our liberal arts and sciences philosophy encourages students to step outside their comfort zone. Learn how to achieve your academic goals at Harvard.

Residential Life

Residential Life at Harvard provides the opportunity to develop your own community through shared experiences.

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