Challenge Yourself.

Build New Skills. Transform Your Career.

Pursue programs and courses designed to fit into your life. Learn from world-class faculty and peers.

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A Harvard Education Designed for You

Deep learning springs from human connection. That’s why we work so hard to bring people together — whether in a live virtual classroom or an in-person seminar on campus.

Access
Our flexible pathways and transparent admissions emphasize what you’re capable of today—not a test or course you took years ago.
Quality
Expect to be challenged. You'll learn from industry experts and faculty from Harvard and peer institutions.
Flexibility
You're balancing a lot. We get it. Our courses are designed to help you study while managing career and life commitments.
Impact
Gain meaningful insights and make valuable connections. Then put them to work in your career and life pursuits.

Why Study at Harvard Extension School?

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Students from all over the world come to Harvard Extension. In my classes I’ve had CEOs, government officials, entrepreneurs, scientists, medical doctors, PhDs, and people of all stages of their careers in business and the not-for-profit sector. It’s a wonderful group to teach.

Margaret Andrews

Instructor and Founder, the MYLO Center and Managing Director, Higher Ed Associates

About Our Faculty

What Makes HES Unique?

Explore the world of Harvard Extension School through the eyes of our students.

Hear why they chose HES — whether it’s the world-class educators, the international learning community, or the transformative educational and career experience.

Hear from Our Students

Harvard for Part-Time, Adult Learners

Harvard Extension School is one of the 12 degree-granting schools at Harvard University. Since 1910, we have been providing educational opportunities to part-time, adult learners driven to make an impact in the world.

About Harvard Extension School