Alert: Winter Recess Office Closure
The Admissions & Financial Aid Office will be closed for winter recess from Friday, December 20, 2024 at 5:00PM ET through Tuesday, January 2, 2025 at 9:00AM ET. We will reopen with normal business hours on January 2 for phone calls and emails, and on Monday, January 13 for regular drop-in visitors.
Last Updated: December 20, 5:00pm
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Financial Aid
Overview
The Griffin Financial Aid Office provides need-based aid that allows us to bring the best students to Harvard, regardless of their ability to pay. Thanks in large part to Ken Griffin’s transformative generosity, along with that of many other donors who support our groundbreaking financial aid program, twenty-four percent of students pay nothing to attend, and more than half receive need-based scholarships. So, yes—you can afford Harvard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Financial Aid Works
How Financial Aid Works
By The Numbers
Statistics
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25 % of Harvard families pay nothing
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55 % receive Harvard scholarship aid
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$ 13 K average parent contribution
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100 % of students can graduate debt-free
What Does Harvard Cost?
Harvard costs what your family can afford. We make sure of that.
- If your family's income is less than $85,000, you'll pay nothing.
- For families who earn between $85,000 and $150,000, the expected contribution is between zero and ten percent of your annual income.
- Families who earn more than $150,000 may still qualify for financial aid.
- Families at all income levels who have significant assets are asked to pay more than those without assets.
- For more than 90% of American families, Harvard costs less than a public university.
- All students receive the same aid regardless of nationality or citizenship.
Net Price Calculator
How affordable will Harvard be for your family? See for yourself.
Applying for Financial Aid - Prospective and Current Students
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Additional Funding & Procedures
Additional Funding & Procedures
Supplemental funding for research, service, and more
Did You Know?
In addition to aid for tuition, Harvard offers millions of dollars in student funding for public service, research and learning, international travel, and career opportunities.
History of Financial Aid
From the first bequest to aid students in 1643 to Ken Griffin's landmark gift of $125 million in 2014 - and beyond, we've maintained a strong commitment to affordability and access.
Federal Disclosures
As required by the Department of Education, we are providing information on the federal Consumer Information disclosures. These disclosures entail: basic financial aid information, descriptions of Harvard’s academic programs, procedures, and costs, as well as Harvard’s policies and required reporting. In this notice we provide a brief description of the various disclosures and how to obtain the full disclosures.
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Contacting the Griffin Financial Aid Office
At this time, the Griffin Financial Aid Office will be conducting business in a hybrid remote and on-campus model. We are dedicated to answering your questions and will be available by email to assist. If you are a current student, please email faoinfo@fas.harvard.edu. For prospective students, please email faoweb@fas.harvard.edu. If you need to contact the Student Employment Office, please email seoweb@fas.harvard.edu.