Where in the World is Harvard?

Okay, possibly a silly question: Harvard has more than one campus, right? What are these different locations like, and does which one you go to affect your experience or studies?

Not a silly question at all! Harvard University has several campuses, predominantly situated in the Greater Boston area of Massachusetts.

The primary Harvard campus, often referred to as the Harvard Yard, is in Cambridge—this is where undergraduate study takes place at Harvard College. It's known for its historic buildings, picturesque lawns, and vibrant student life.

Next, we have the Harvard Business School and most of the university's athletic facilities, which are in Allston, a neighborhood of Boston just across the Charles River from the main campus.

In Boston proper, specifically in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, you'll find the Harvard Medical School, School of Dental Medicine, and the T. H. Chan School of Public Health.

The Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study operates in Radcliffe Yard, close to the main Harvard campus in Cambridge.

Harvard’s Science and Engineering complex, completed in 2020, is also located in Allston.

Your experience can certainly vary based upon which campus you're studying at. For instance, if you're attending Harvard College, your life will mostly revolve around the activities in Cambridge. But if you're a student at the Business School, you'll likely spend a large part of your time in Allston. The same goes for Medical School, Dental School, or Public Health students who spend their time in the Longwood Campus.

The different experiences largely depend on the specific school within Harvard that you're a part of. Nevertheless, all campuses offer their own unique environments and contribute to the diverse cultural and academic experience of Harvard University.