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Harvard University

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Transfer Admission Overview

Transfer data for Harvard is limited, but highly selective schools generally accept very few transfers. If you're set on Harvard, consider applying as a freshman or exploring articulation agreements at feeder schools.

3.5%

Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Harvard University: Step by Step

Research Requirements

Check Harvard University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.

Maintain a Strong GPA

Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.

Complete Prerequisites

Take the general education and major prerequisites that Harvard University expects.

Write a Compelling Essay

Explain why you want to transfer and why Harvard University specifically.

Get Strong Recommendations

Ask professors who know your work well.

Apply on Time

Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Harvard University Transfer FAQs

What is Harvard University's transfer acceptance rate?

Harvard University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 3.5%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.

What GPA do I need to transfer to Harvard University?

With a 3.5% freshman acceptance rate, Harvard University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.7+ with strong A's in transferable coursework. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.

When are Harvard University transfer application deadlines?

Most US colleges including Harvard University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Harvard University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.