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3 years ago
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Shoul I apply without test scores?

Due to COVID-19, Harvard has waived the standart testing requirement to the class of 2026. I'm from Brazil, and have not been able to take the tests, also, it would be both financially and logisticall …

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3 years ago
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Less than 10 Malaysians have gotten into Harvard. Will this improve or reduce my chances at admission?

My country (Malaysia) is highly under-represented at Harvard. In fact, fewer than 10 Malaysians have ever gotten in. Will this improve or reduce my chances at admission? (I understand that admission …

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3 years ago
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Do I get any advantage at all if one of my parents completed a graduate degree at Harvard Law School?

I saw another question related to this, the responder said that they would probably get an advantage closer to what an early decision application would receive. When I searched it up, Prepscholar said …

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3 years ago
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What does Harvard look for in students?

I know all top tier schools want people with integrity, super strong academics, and amazing extracurriculars, but are there any specific things that Harvard looks for to make sure that the applicant f …

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3 years ago
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Harvard Legacy, how does it work?

I have 2 sisters, one who’s 6 years older than me and the other who is 4. They will both graduate Harvard before I would apply would I still get any kind of boost in my application because of legacy? …

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3 years ago
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Can I add pictures to my Harvard supplement?

Hey! In my Harvard supplement, I mention childhood journal entries and I was thinking of including pictures of them. Does anyone know if that is allowed?

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4 years ago
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Is there any Pre-med programme in Harvard University?

Is there any Pre-med program at Harvard and what are the majors provided by Harvard University?

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4 years ago
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Is it Better to do Single Choice Early Action at Harvard or is it better to do Regular Decision ?

So for the background, I am a ...

-Hook: underrepresented a minority + no test score

So would it be beneficial to apply during the early round to Harvard or would it be better to do this during the reg …

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4 years ago
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Can I apply for a scholarship to study in Harvard University?

Can a senior high schooler like me apply for a scholarship to study in Harvard University?

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4 years ago
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Do I really have to just list my intellectual activities for Harvard’s first supplemental prompt?

The prompt: Your intellectual life may extend beyond the academic requirements of your particular school. Please use the space below to list additional intellectual activities that you have not mentio …

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