Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Optional for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Optional
4% (13.9% early)
Acceptance Rate
3.8 - 4.0
Average GPA
1480 - 1580
Average SAT Score
33 - 35
Average ACT Score
GPA Requirements
Harvard University does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.8 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.9.
3.9
Average High School GPA
3.8 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
Harvard is test-optional currently for the admissions cycle. Harvard University's SAT scores for admitted students range from 1480 - 1580, with an average score of 1530.
Although SAT scores are optional, we recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1530 to be competitive in the admissions process at Harvard University.
1530
Average SAT
1480 - 1580
25th-75th Percentile
54%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
Harvard is test-optional for the next admissions cycle. Harvard University's ACT scores for admitted students range from 33 to 35, with an average score of 34.
A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.
34
Average ACT
33-35
25th-75th Percentile
31%
Students submitting ACT scores
Other Requirements
Besides academic grades, Harvard has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Harvard University requires two teacher recommendations.
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Optional for international students.
