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Staying Curious For 40+ Years

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Rose Lincoln/Harvard Staff Photographer
Jan 11, 2018

University’s Tuition Assistance Program celebrates anniversary of offering lifelong learning.

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In 1976, the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) was born, offering significant discounts to Harvard employees seeking to take classes at the Extension School. TAP eventually expanded to offer reduced tuition rates at several other University Schools.

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Under Bacow, Possibilities for Growth in DCE and edX

University President-elect Lawrence S. Bacow said he is interested in creating more opportunities for underresourced communities to access Harvard.

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The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) at Harvard University is dedicated to bringing rigorous academics and innovative teaching capabilities to those seeking to improve their lives through education. We make Harvard education accessible to lifelong learners from high school to retirement.

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    Harvard degrees, certificates and courses—online, in the evenings, and at your own pace.

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    Academic summer opportunities for adult, college and high school students—at Harvard and abroad.

  • Harvard Professional & Executive Development

    Short, intensive programs to develop skills and strengthen your professional profile.

  • Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement

    Peer learning in the liberal arts—a community program for retired and semi-retired professionals.

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