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UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
Harvard University
Prepared for Sample Student · Cambridge, MA
Best-case 4-yr offset
$0
AP savings
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $293,988 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
3.4%
Yield 83.7% · Test Required
Annual Sticker Cost
$86,366
Net after avg aid: $12,869
AP Tuition Saved
$0
0 credits · 0.0 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1500–1580
ACT Composite
33–35
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
REA · RD

Harvard does not report average GPA of admitted students, but given the highly selective nature of admissions, it is expected that successful applicants have a high GPA.

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$56,550
Fees$5,126
Room & board$21,190
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$86,366
Average need-based aid− $73,497
Net price (avg)$12,869

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

Harvard does not offer non-need merit aid. All institutional aid is need-based. A strong academic profile competes for admission, not for discount.

AP Investment & Return

Based on Harvard's AP credit policy (placement only, capped at 0 credits).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
School grants placement only — no credit.
Chemistry
School grants placement only — no credit.
Biology
School grants placement only — no credit.
English Language
School grants placement only — no credit.
US History
School grants placement only — no credit.
Credits
0
Sem. saved
0.0
Saved
$0
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

Say to the parent

"Harvard offers a world-class education with unparalleled resources and a global network that will set your child up for a lifetime of success."

Say to the student

"At Harvard, you'll be surrounded by brilliant and passionate people who will challenge you to grow, and you'll have the freedom and resources to explore your interests and make a real impact on the world."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2023-2024 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22