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Harvard University

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Private university · established 1636

Bachelor's, Master's, PhDLast checked: 25 October 2026
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Overview

Quick answer: Harvard University is a private university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, offering bachelor's, master's, phd programmes. Indicative international tuition is USD 57,000 to USD 75,000 a year; many postgraduate programmes ask for IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

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Type

Private

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Established

1636

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

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Indicative tuition

USD 57,000 to USD 75,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 69.5 lakh to BDT 91.5 lakh a year

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English (typical PG)

IELTS 7 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.harvard.edu

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Harvard University offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBALawMedicine & PharmacyPublic HealthNatural SciencesEconomics & FinanceArts, Design & HumanitiesEducation & TESOL

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)USDBDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)USD 66,000BDT 80.5 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)USD 18,000BDT 22.0 lakh
Total first yearUSD 84,000BDT 1.02 crore

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for United States is in our United States guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

  • Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
  • SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
  • English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
  • Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
  • Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
  • Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
  • Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Student visa for United States

Students get an I-20 from a SEVP-certified school, pay the SEVIS fee and attend an F-1 visa interview at the US Embassy in Dhaka.

  1. Shortlist accredited schools and check funding.
  2. Apply (many deadlines are December to February for Fall).
  3. Receive admission and the I-20.
  4. Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and complete the DS-160.
  5. Book and attend the interview at the US Embassy Dhaka.

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Scholarships to look at

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Harvard University for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is USD 57,000 to USD 75,000 a year (about BDT 69.5 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Harvard University need?

Many postgraduate programmes ask for about IELTS 7 overall, but some programmes ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Harvard University?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for United States?

After you receive your offer, follow the United States student visa steps in our United States guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

Sources

Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.

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