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Harvard University Graduate Earnings Overview

$99,572

Median Salary (6yr)

$101,817

Median Salary (10yr)

$14,000

Median Debt

7.3x

Earnings / Debt

Harvard University graduates earn a median of $101,817 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $14,000. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at Harvard University

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	Harvard University Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$116,250	$75,000	+55%
Engineering	—	$111,600	$72,000	+55%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$96,100	$62,000	+55%
Physical Sciences	—	$74,400	$48,000	+55%
Social Sciences	—	$69,750	$45,000	+55%
Biological Sciences	—	$65,100	$42,000	+55%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$65,100	$42,000	+55%
History	—	$62,000	$40,000	+55%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$62,000	$40,000	+55%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Psychology	—	$55,800	$36,000	+55%
English Language & Literature	—	$55,800	$36,000	+55%
Liberal Arts & General Studies	—	$54,250	$35,000	+55%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$52,700	$34,000	+55%

Most Popular Majors at Harvard University

What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.

Social Sciences

31.6%

Biological Sciences

11.1%

Mathematics/Statistics

11.0%

Computer Science

8.6%

History

7.6%

Physical Sciences

6.8%

Psychology

4.8%

Engineering

4.1%

Ethnic/Cultural Studies

2.8%

Visual/Performing Arts

2.6%

Foreign Languages

2.1%

Is Harvard University Worth It? The ROI Verdict

Harvard University delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.

DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100

Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

Harvard University Programs & Graduate Salary

Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	Harvard University Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$116,250	$75,000	+55%
Engineering	—	$111,600	$72,000	+55%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$96,100	$62,000	+55%
Physical Sciences	—	$74,400	$48,000	+55%
Social Sciences	—	$69,750	$45,000	+55%
Biological Sciences	—	$65,100	$42,000	+55%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$65,100	$42,000	+55%
History	—	$62,000	$40,000	+55%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$62,000	$40,000	+55%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$58,900	$38,000	+55%
Psychology	—	$55,800	$36,000	+55%
English Language & Literature	—	$55,800	$36,000	+55%
Liberal Arts & General Studies	—	$54,250	$35,000	+55%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$52,700	$34,000	+55%

Harvard University Salary & ROI FAQs

What do Harvard University graduates actually earn?

Harvard University graduates earn a median of $101,817 10 years post-graduation, up from $99,572 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.

Which majors at Harvard University have the highest salary?

Top-earning majors at Harvard University include Computer Science ($116,250); Engineering ($111,600); Mathematics & Statistics ($96,100). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.

Is a Harvard University degree worth the cost?

A 4-year Harvard University degree costs about $61,644 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $101,817/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.

How much debt do Harvard University students graduate with?

Median federal loan debt for Harvard University graduates is $14,000. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.