Distance Education
Take Classes from Anywhere
Can’t make it to the Harvard campus? More than 100 online courses allow you to take Harvard classes at a distance.
Registration
To take courses at the Harvard Extension School, you simply register. No preliminary application is required.
How to Register
- Online. To register with a credit card or e-check, log in if you are a returning student or create an account if you are a new student.
- By mail. Complete the registration form and send it to 51 Brattle Street. You may also deliver a form or drop it in the 24-hour registration box inside the gate.
Need more information? See our course and credit guidelines for details about prerequisites, waitlists, choosing a credit status, and more.
When to Register
Fall registration is currently open. Spring registration begins December 8.
Tuition and Fees
Our tuition is charged per course, not per credit, and depends on the credit status you choose. Thus, the tuition rates listed in course descriptions reflect the cost of the course. Tuition for undergraduate- and graduate-credit courses ranges from $800 to $1,975. Registration requires full payment of tuition and a nonrefundable $50 registration fee each term.
Refer to Financial Information to learn more about payment options and policies, and financial aid.
