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Harvard University: Secondary School Programs for High School Students
Overview
A selective summer program offering college-credit bearing courses taught by Harvard faculty. Students choose between 4-week residential or 7-week residential, online, or commuting options with access to 200+ courses across disciplines including science, entrepreneurship, law, and psychology.
At a glance
Deadline
Jan 757 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul4 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential / Online
Location
Cambridge, MA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $4,180
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective; admissions committee evaluates transcripts, counselor reports, and GPA; no minimum GPA requirement; competitive admissions
Application requirements
Entering Grade
Graduating high school and entering college in 2026, 2027, or 2028
Age Requirement
Must be at least 16 years old by June 20, 2026 and will not turn 19 years old before July 31, 2026
Visa Sponsorship
Available for 4-week residential, 7-week residential, and 7-week commuting; not available for 7-week online; international students on I-20 cannot take online classes
Application Fee
$75 nonrefundable
Counselor Report
Required; link sent to counselor
Transcripts
From 9th grade through current term including fall 2025 grades
English Proficiency Exam
TOEFL iBT (103+, 25+ writing), IELTS (7.5+, 7.0+ writing), or Duolingo (135+) if English is not native language
Optional Test Scores
PSAT, SAT, or ACT accepted but not required
Cost & sessions
7-week online or commuting $4,180 (4-credits) or $8,160 (8-credits); 7-week residential $15,735 (8-credits); 4-week residential $9,100 (4-credits); plus $75 non-refundable application fee. Financial aid available for US citizens and permanent residents.
Financial aid
Need-based scholarships available for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and DACA status holders. Scholarship amounts vary by family finances, fund availability, and residency type. More aid available in early application round.
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