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Comparable Schools' Academics Grades:
Quick StatsStudent-Faculty Ratio
7:1
Average Course Load
4 courses
Faculty with Terminal Degree
99 %
College Prowler Take
“Unparalleled,” “world-class,” and “exciting” are just a few of the words used to described the constellation of academic stars you will find leading class discussions and lecturing on a huge breadth of topics at Harvard. The school’s unmatched resources and wide array of fields of study make it the ideal place to pursue nearly any academic interest. However, some students complain that professors are too far-removed from undergraduate life, and that in some cases, teaching assistants are left with too much responsibility. Most students are quick to indicate, however, that nearly everyone with any teaching duties is downright brilliant, important lecturers and overworked graduate students alike. Despite a small number of complaints, Harvard University provides a fertile ground for intellectual growth. Renowned faculty, a treasure trove of resources, and undergraduate motivation all combine to make the Harvard a terrific place for higher education. Even if some students have trouble attaining “A” grades, the University passes with flying colors.
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The teachers are incredibly...
The teachers are incredibly passionate, deep people. Sure, they often can be difficult to understand and obnoxiously tough, but if you take the time to talk with them, their passion is inspiring. The teaching fellows are often better than the professors are because they are more realistic and reachable. As for classes, it depends on the topic of the class, the teacher, and the personality of the student. Some of the required classes are interesting, some aren’t. |
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My first encounter with a Harvard...
My first encounter with a Harvard professor left me simply dumbfounded. As a naïve freshman, I dared to argue about the author James Joyce with my professor, who I later found out had just won an international book award for his criticism of Modernist literature. I thought he might be the exception, but many courses later I have found that nearly every professor approaches undergraduate education with a rare combination of excellence and enthusiasm. However, to avoid sounding like Harvard’s admission guide, I must admit that occasionally, and especially in the Government department, you will come across professors who allow their views to heavily bias their lectures and the selection of course readings. |
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You’re lucky if you ever meet your...
You’re lucky if you ever meet your professor in almost every class. Graduate students do the majority of the instruction. Some of them are good teachers, and some of them are not. Classes can be interesting, but those are often the hardest ones. A lot of requirements are painful experiences, such as statistics. |
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The hardest part about Harvard is...
The hardest part about Harvard is getting in. Frankly, it's easy to get by in classes without doing the readings and or putting in the effort, and too many kids choose that path.
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The professors are approachable,...
The professors are approachable, no matter if they teach large or small classes. Office hours are weekly, so it’s a matter of the student being brave enough to introduce themselves. Also, teachers, despite the reputation of being wholly devoted to their research, do like it when undergrads approach them. Classes are interesting depending on the professor’s ability to engage students as well as a students’ own personal preferences. The key to an interesting class is finding a talented professor, even if the subject material isn’t totally what you would think is interesting. |
FactsMost Popular Majors
- Economics - 16 %
- Political science - 13 %
- Psychology - 7 %
- Social sciences - 6 %
Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor's
- Doctorate
- First professional
- Master's
Special Degree Options
- A diverse array of professional degrees from the professional schools
- History and Literature
- History and Science
- MBB (Mind, Brain, and Behavior)
Class Sizes
- Fewer than 20 Students - 69 %
- 20 to 49 Students - 18 %
- 50 or More Students - 13 %
Graduation Rates
- 4-Year - 88 %
- 5-Year - 96 %
- 6-Year - 97 %
Best Places to Study
- House Dining Halls
- Lamont Library
- The myriad coffee shops around the square
AP Test Score Requirements
4 or 5 on AP Language Test exempts students from the one-year language requirement
Four AP test scores of 4 or 5 allow student to enroll in the Advanced Placement three-year degree program
IB Test Score Requirements
Advanced Placement for full IB diploma holders with 3 higher-level test scores of 6 or 7
Did You Know?The Harvard University library collection contains more than 14.6 million volumes. That makes it the second-largest library collection in the United States, falling behind only the Library of Congress.
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