- Admission and aid rules are the same regardless of nationality or citizenship, with no quotas for international applicants.
- Admission is need-blind: applying for aid never affects your chances.
- Aid is 100% need-based; Harvard gives no merit scholarships.
- Families earning under USD 100,000 are expected to pay nothing. Up to USD 200,000, aid covers at least full tuition, and higher incomes may still qualify.
- Students usually contribute through term-time jobs. Health insurance is required unless covered by a family plan.
- International applicants are still expected to submit SAT/ACT where they can.
Harvard College Need-Based Financial Aid for International Students
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Harvard College is need-blind for every applicant, including international students, and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with aid based only on need. International students get exactly the same aid as Americans.
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| Funding | Fully funded |
|---|---|
| Level | Bachelor's |
| Study in | |
| Subjects | All undergraduate concentrations at Harvard College |
What it covers
- Need-based scholarship meeting 100% of demonstrated need (loans never required)
- Expected parent contribution of zero for families earning under USD 100,000
- At least full tuition covered for families earning up to USD 200,000
- Travel allowance for students on financial aid
Who can apply
How to apply
- Apply to Harvard College (Restrictive Early Action or Regular Decision) and request a fee waiver if the fee is a hardship.
- File the CSS Profile (Harvard code 3434); international students with payment problems can use Harvard's alternative instructions.
- Upload parents' income or tax documents from Pakistan (translated into English) or a wage statement/salary certificate through IDOC.
- Submit by the aid deadline for your round.
Documents you usually need
- CSS Profile (code 3434)
- Parents' income tax documents or salary certificates/letters from employers (English translation)
- Student income tax document or Tax Non-Filer Statement
- Business/trust documents if applicable
- Admission application with SAT/ACT where possible
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