Harvard's room and board costs

Hi all! So, I'm starting to think about applying to colleges and Harvard is on my list (fingers crossed!). I know it's pretty expensive, but I can't seem to find a clear answer about the cost of room and board. Can anyone provide some info about living expenses at Harvard? Thanks a lot!

Sure, I'd be happy to help! For the 2022-2023 academic year, Harvard's estimated cost for room and board was $18,390. However, keep in mind that this figure can slightly change each year - it tends to trend upwards - due to inflation and adjustments made by the university.

Room and board covers your housing (dorm room) and meals (through a meal plan). This cost is separate from tuition, fees, and other expenses like books, supplies, and personal expenses.

Don't forget to consider financial aid when looking at the overall cost of attending Harvard. The university is known for having a generous financial aid program. They offer need-based financial aid, and families with an annual income below $65,000 typically don't have to contribute any costs toward tuition or room and board.

I'd recommend using Harvard's Net Price Calculator on their website to get an estimate of your financial aid package and what you could expect to pay based on your family's financial situation. This tool will give you a better idea of the total cost and affordability of attending Harvard. And you can always reach out to Harvard's financial aid office directly with any questions you have about cost of attendance or your eligibility for aid - they're there to help, after all!

Finally, on a separate note, if you end up applying to Harvard and want tips on how to maximize your chances of acceptance, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle their school-specific supplemental essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-harvard-university-essays/

Good luck with your college applications, and I hope this information was helpful!