FULL-TIME MASTERS AND PH.D. STUDENTS

The Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) handles the initial admissions process for the School. All full-time masters and Ph.D. students must apply directly through GSAS.

Students interested in the Science, Technology and Management program apply through the Harvard Business School.

The School's Graduate Admissions Office is happy to answer any School-specific questions and help you through the application process.

Below are step-by-step application instructions. You can also go directly to the GSAS admission website.

Step 1

Read about the GSAS academic requirements for admission.

Step 2

Read about the specific School requirements.

Step 3

Review the admissions checklist.

We suggest you print out the checklist and use it to help prepare your materials (especially if you are going through the paper process). GSAS cannot process incomplete applications.

Step 4

Submit your application, online through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.