US Graduate Students

Scholarships at Harvard are individual funds, usually endowment funds, created by alumni and donors to support full-time, in-residence, degree-seeking Harvard University graduate and undergraduate students. They vary widely in their focus. Please contact the Harvard school in which you plan to enroll to learn more.

Our office assists the school-based financial aid offices in identifying need-based aid that students may be eligible for based on their demonstrated need. Contact your school’s financial aid office for information about the process and any applicable deadlines.

FAQs

How do I get information about admission requirements at Harvard?

Prospective graduate students should contact the Admissions and Financial Aid Office of the particular Harvard graduate or professional school of interest to them. Prospective undergraduate students should contact the Harvard College Admissions and Financial Aid Office.

When does the Committee meet to determine who receives funding?

CGS and its sub-committees meet regularly throughout the year to review applications and determine scholarship and fellowship awards. Specific deadlines and timelines are posted within the guidelines of our individual programs.