Overview

Key features

Through the Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree at Harvard University you gain:

A well-rounded academic foundation, through a blend of courses in traditional liberal arts fields and focused subject areas, such as business management and administration, computer science, international relations, economics, and psychology.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey views and opinions in academic and professional contexts.
The ability to think critically across a variety of subjects, fostering an informed, independent worldview.

Membership in a diverse student community of adult learners with years of full-time work experience, providing an enriching learning environment.

Program overview

Get started. You begin by completing three stipulated degree courses as outlined on the degree requirements page. This coursework establishes your commitment and ability to perform well as a Harvard student.
Apply to the program. While completing your third degree course, you submit the admission application. We have application cycles in the fall, spring, and summer.
Continue your studies, online and on campus. As you progress through the program, you can choose from courses offered online and on campus, year round in the fall, spring, or summer. To fully experience Harvard, you are required to complete at least 16 credits (roughly four courses) on campus. Intensive three-week and weekend options available.
Graduate with your Harvard degree. You participate in the annual Harvard Commencement, receiving your Harvard University degree: Bachelor of Liberal Arts (ALB) in Extension Studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concentrations:

Humanities (including creative writing, English, philosophy, religion, visual arts)
Science (including biology, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics)
Social sciences (including anthropology, business administration, economics, government, history, international relations, psychology).

Fields of Study

Your second choice is to declare a specific field of study (similar to a major). You complete courses in one subject area. Top fields of study are business administration and management, computer science, economics, government, international relations, and psychology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

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PTE Academic

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 1900 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants must possess proof of high school graduation, including those who were homeschooled. Acceptable credentials include a high school diploma or a high school diploma equivalent as determined by your home state or by the Center for Educational Documentation, through a general evaluation, if you are an international student.

If you earned credits or degrees outside the United States, you must have transcripts sent directly from these schools to the Center for Educational Documentation (CED) for evaluation. Request a course-by-course evaluation if you wish to receive transfer credit or a general evaluation if you do not. Direct the CED to send a copy of your evaluation directly to the Admissions Office.

English is the language of instruction at Harvard Extension School. If your native language is not English, you must have provided designated proof of English proficiency to register in the courses.

Tuition Fee

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International

8160 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32640 USD for the full programme during 48 months.
National

8160 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32640 USD for the full programme during 48 months.
In-State

8160 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32640 USD for the full programme during 48 months.

Average Total Cost: $32,640–$65,280

Living costs for Cambridge

1814 - 3756 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Liberal Arts.

Available Scholarships

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