Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at Harvard University

Harvard University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology through its Department of Sociology. This program lasts for four years and provides a comprehensive understanding of sociological theories and practices. The tuition fee for this course is USD 61,676. To apply, students need to demonstrate English language proficiency, and the TOEFL test is accepted for this purpose. Additionally, prospective students can refer to the GyanDhan Grading system for further insights on this program's offerings.

• Courses cover a wide range from theoretical to practical topics, using both numbers-based and non-numbers-based methods.
• The Sociology program is notable for its small size and flexible study options.
• Students learn skills in analyzing data, conducting ethnography and in-depth interviews, as well as comparative historical analysis.

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12th Grade

Applicants should have completed high school. Recommended subjects include four years of English with extensive reading, four years of a single foreign language, at least two years of history (preferably three, including American and European history), four years of mathematics, and four years of science (including physics, chemistry, and biology, with at least one at an advanced level). Writing practice in expository prose is also recommended.

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TOEFL

Marks: No specific cutoff mentioned

TOEFL is not mandatory for admission.

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Step 1: Prepare Documents for Application

Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

Two teacher evaluations are required. Ask two teachers from different academic subjects who know you well to complete the Teacher Recommendation forms. This includes an evaluation form and a letter of recommendation.

Essays

A Personal Essay is required. Choose from the following topics:

• Share a background, identity, interest, or talent that is meaningful to you and would make your application incomplete without it.
• Discuss a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure, and what you learned from the experience.
• Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea, including what prompted your thinking and the outcome.
• Describe something someone did for you that made you happy or thankful in a surprising way and how this gratitude affected or motivated you.
• Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that led to personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
• Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose track of time, and explain why it captivates you.
• Share an essay on any topic of your choice, whether it's one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

Step 2: Additional Documents Required

• School Report, including a counselor letter and high school transcript.
• Midyear School Report after first semester grades.
• Supplement with five required short-answer questions, each with a 150-word limit:
• How will your life experiences enable you to contribute to Harvard's diverse student body?
• Describe a time when you strongly disagreed with someone about an idea or issue, how you communicated or engaged with them, and what you learned.
• Briefly describe any extracurricular activities, employment experiences, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are.
• How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future?
• Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.
• English Language Proficiency (ELP) Scores.
• Copy of Passport.

Step 3: Start Your Online Application

Apply online at Common Application.

Step 4: Application Fees

The application fee is USD 85, approximately INR 7.16 thousand. Payment can be made via credit card.

Monthly Payment Plan (MPP)

• The MPP allows payment of tuition and mandatory fees in four installments each semester.
• There is a $35 fee per semester to enroll in the MPP.
• Pay monthly installments by the due date each month and clear all past due charges before the start of each semester to remain eligible for the plan.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"