Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Common App
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Required
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Optional for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Optional
4% (13.9% early)
Acceptance Rate
3.8 - 4.0
Average GPA
1480 - 1580
Average SAT Score
33 - 35
Average ACT Score
GPA Requirements
Harvard University does not strictly enforce a minimum GPA requirement for admission to the undergraduate programme.
However, admitted students often have very high GPAs, with an average GPA of 3.9 and ranges from 3.8 to 4.0.
3.9
Average High School GP
3.8 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
Tests are not yet required for admission to Harvard. SAT scores for admitted students to Harvard University range from 1480 to 1580, with an average score of 1530.
Although the SAT is optional, we advise students to aim for a strong SAT score of at least 1530 to be competitive in the Harvard University admissions process.
1530
Average SAT
1480 - 1580
25th-75th Percentile
54%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
For the upcoming admissions round, Harvard will not require tests. ACT scores for accepted students at Harvard University range from 33 to 35, with an average of 34.
A strong ACT score will still help you stand out from the crowd and get into the school of your choice. It will enable admissions staff to compare you to the other applicants quickly and fairly.
34
Average ACT
33-35
25th-75th Percentile
31%
Students submitting
ACT scores
Other Requirements
Depending on the programme of study you apply for, Harvard has several additional requirements in addition to academic grades.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Harvard University requires two teacher recommendations.
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Optional for international students.
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