Hi, guys! I was doing some research on Harvard and I wanted to know which city it's actually located in? I hear a lot of people say it's in Boston but I've also heard others mention Cambridge. Thanks in advance!
Hi there! Harvard University is actually located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Cambridge is right across the Charles River from Boston, so they're very close to each other. This proximity to Boston allows students to take advantage of both the vibrant academic community in Cambridge as well as the cultural, entertainment, and professional opportunities that the city of Boston offers. So, while you'll often hear people associate Harvard with Boston, the correct answer is that it's situated in Cambridge.
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