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Harvard College Need-Based Financial Aid

Harvard College (Griffin Financial Aid Office)
United States Bachelor's Refer to Harvard College admissions and financial aid deadlines (late applications accepted without penalty but may delay decision)

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Overview

Need-based financial aid for admitted undergraduate students, available to U.S. and international students on the same basis. Covers full cost of attendance for families earning $100,000 or below, and full tuition for families earning $200,000 or below, with tailored aid available for higher incomes.

Eligibility

Host country
United States
Eligible nationalities
Open to all nationalities
Degree level
Bachelor's
  • Admission to Harvard College
  • Completion of the financial aid application
  • Demonstrated financial need based on family income and assets

Funding coverage

  • Free for families with income $100,000 and below (typical assets)
  • Free tuition for families with income $200,000 and below (typical assets)
  • Covers all billed expenses including tuition, fees, food, and housing
  • Includes $2,000 start-up grant (first year) and $2,000 launch grant (junior year)
  • Provides health insurance (if needed) and travel costs between campus and home
  • 100% of students can graduate debt-free

Academic requirements

Minimum GPA
2.5 / 4

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