2012
June 25–August 10
Dates and reminders
- Registration: March 1-May 21
- Meet I-20 requirements by May 7
- English proficiency requirement deadline: May 7 if requesting I-20; May 21 if not
- See all dates in the calendar
Video: students on the Harvard summer program
Visiting college students share their experiences earning college credit at Harvard. Play video >
What our students say
Don’t hesitate to come here. This has been such a great experience. You get to know so many people. The courses are challenging and there is so much to do.
— Kristin Sarstedt, Sweden, summer student, ’09
Visiting College Students
Earn college credit in a Harvard summer program
Spend your summer at Harvard. At the Summer School, you can study with Harvard faculty and visiting scholars, live in Harvard Yard, and explore Boston—an energetic college town.
- Strengthen your transcript with Harvard course credit
- Build up your credentials for your future career
- Enhance your application to graduate school
Open-enrollment courses for college credit
Harvard Summer School courses are available for undergraduate or graduate credit, or noncredit.
Popular courses:
- Organic Chemistry
- Introductory Biology
- Emerging Markets in the Global Economy
- Introduction to Psychology
- International Marketing
Special programs: Improve your English skills for success at an American college or university. Or study abroad with Harvard faculty.
Tuition for a 4-credit course is $2,700, and there is a $50 nonrefundable registration fee. See the tuition and fees.
Housing is available in historic Harvard houses and dorms. Room and board costs $4,775. Learn about housing. You can also read about campus resources and activities.
Can anyone enroll? Most courses are open enrollment, although some have prerequisites and require placement tests. All courses except Institute for English Language Programs require proof of English proficiency. Learn about course options and requirements to prepare to register.
