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Welcome to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ

Where world-class faculty, innovative research, and dynamic students come together to advance education and foster change in the world.

Last updated: September 2024

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ at a glance

For nearly four centuries, people have come to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ in the pursuit of truth, knowledge, and a better world.

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  • 1636

    The year ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ was founded

  • 21,782

    Undergraduate and graduate students in the 2022-23 academic year

  • 13,087

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Extension School students in the 2022-23 academic year

  • 406

    Innovations reported by ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ researchers in fiscal year 2023

  • $246 million

    Institutional need-based grant aid provided to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College students in the 2022-23 academic year

  • 400,000+

    Alumni worldwide

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Our Schools

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ University includes the undergraduate ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College, 12 graduate and professional Schools, and the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study.
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Our programs

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ students can follow their passions and discover new ones through our many degree programs and courses.
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Our sports and athletics

From club sports and intramurals to varsity athletics and recreation, Crimson pride is strong across campus.

Our museums

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ’s museums curate renowned collections, pioneer cutting-edge research, and offer educational experiences for everyone.
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Our libraries

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's libraries are dedicated to expanding knowledge and intellectual exploration for everyone.
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Meet the community

“From the moment I arrived at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ as an undergraduate, I have been inspired by the people who make this institution what it is.” -President Alan M. Garber

Lisa Yan

After participating in her high school robotics team, Lisa went on to study electrical and computer engineering in college. She is now pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Business School.

Iñaki Arango

A dual-concentrator in computer science and statistics at SEAS, Iñaki is a member of the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Quantitative Traders Club, which mentors students interested in finance.

Cami Tussie

Born congenitally missing 13 permanent teeth, Cami hopes to bring her personal experiences to her patients when she graduates from ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ School of Dental Medicine.

Haim Sompolinsky

Haim Sompolinsky, a professor in residence in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology and Department of Physics, received the Brain Prize for his pioneering contributions to computational and theoretical neuroscience.

Carola Suárez-Orozco

Graduate School of Education Professor Carola Suárez-Orozco was awarded the 2024 Guggenheim Fellowship to work on a book documenting the needs of immigrant students in America and what educators can do to better serve them.

Maurice Cox

New Graduate School of Design Professor Maurice Cox is an urban designer acclaimed for his ability to merge architecture, design, and politics in pursuit of design excellence and the equitable development of cities.

The latest

Stay up to date on the latest ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ news and events with the daily Gazette newsletter.

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Greater access

University Disability Resources has a variety of new accommodations and services for ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ community members.

  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Law School

Tuition-free initiative at HLS

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  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College

New course in Filipino (Tagalog)

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  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Business School

MBA Program now qualifies as a STEM degree

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  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Chan School

New concentration in climate change and planetary health

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  • ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Medical School

New master of science in clinical research

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Beyond ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Yard

From forests and gardens to art tours and labs, venturing outside the Yard opens up a whole other ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ world.

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ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Innovation Labs

The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Innovation Labs is a full-service space for ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ students interested in innovation and entrepreneurship. Since the i-lab opened in 2011 they’ve worked with more than 5,000 ventures in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. During the last academic year, more than 2,700 students from across the University were part of the i-lab.

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Arnold Arboretum

Located in the heart of Boston, the Arnold Arboretum of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ University includes living collections, an herbarium, and robust archives. Free and open every day, this center for research engages the public through educational opportunities and programs for all ages.

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Allston public art tour

On this self-guided tour, you'll discover public art installations and learn the stories behind them and their artists. Follow along to explore hand-painted murals, sky-high sculptures, 25-cent art prints, and more.

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ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Forest

The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Forest is comprised of 4,000 acres of land, research facilities, and a museum. The scientists, students, and collaborators at the Forest explore topics ranging from conservation and environmental change to land-use history.

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American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.)

Each season, the American Repertory Theater at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ University brings a variety of boundary-breaking new works and beloved classics to local audiences.

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ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Square

Bustling with bikes, busses, pedestrians, and tourists, ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Square is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

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