MS in Computer Science
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security. In the US it is usually STEM-designated.
🇺🇸 Cambridge, USA · Private
Harvard University Fees for Indian Students
Harvard University (Cambridge) is known for Ivy League university: public health, data science and engineering. Below: tuition, living costs in Boston, the total in rupees and loan options.
- Total ≈ ₹1.51 crore – ₹1.9 crore
- Tuition $55,000 – $75,000 a year
- Intakes: Fall (Aug/Sep)
- Typical loan ₹1.06 crore – ₹1.71 crore
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How much does Harvard University cost for Indian students?
A 2-year MS at Harvard University costs about ₹1.51 crore – ₹1.9 crore in total for an Indian student: tuition of $55,000 – $75,000 a year, living costs of about $24,000 a year and one-time visa and travel costs of ₹2.5 lakh – ₹4 lakh. Most families borrow ₹1.06 crore – ₹1.71 crore and cover the rest from savings or scholarships.
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Harvard University at a glance
- Location
- Cambridge, MA, USA
- Type
- Private university
- Known for
- Ivy League university: public health, data science and engineering
- Tuition (international)
- $55,000 – $75,000 a year
- Living costs used
- $24,000 a year
- Total for 2 years
- ₹1.51 crore – ₹1.9 crore
- Intakes
- Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- Work during study
- Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters
- After graduation
- OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees
- Official website
- harvard.edu
Fee breakdown
Harvard University cost for Indian students
2-year MS, at $1 ≈ ₹94. Tuition varies by program — use the figure on your offer letter.
Popular programs
Programs Indian students choose at Harvard University
MS in Data Science
A Data Science master's combines statistics, programming and machine learning to turn data into decisions, usually with a capstone on real datasets. In the US it is usually STEM-designated.
MS in Public Health
A master's in Public Health (MPH) covers epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy and global health, preparing you for public health and healthcare roles. In the US it is STEM-designated at some universities; otherwise 12 months of OPT.
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Harvard University vs similar universities in the USA
The 6 closest by total cost; 1 of them costs less in total.
Living there
Living costs in Boston
A student city with dozens of universities, biotech and tech employers — rent is the big cost. A room in shared housing usually costs $1,100 – $1,700 a month, and a realistic yearly budget is $24,200 – $31,400.
For the cost table we use $24,000 a year — high-cost metro: rent is the biggest line, health insurance is often billed by the university. During your studies you can work up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters.
The I-20 shows the university's cost of attendance; you must document funds for at least the first year at the F-1 interview.
Funding
How Indian students fund Harvard University
Typical loan: ₹1.06 crore – ₹1.71 crore. EMIs on a ₹1.36 crore loan start after the course and moratorium.
Timeline
Applying to Harvard University for the Fall 2027 intake
- 01
10–12 months before
Take IELTS and the GRE if your program asks for it; shortlist programs at Harvard University and similar universities.
- 02
8–10 months before
Write your SOP, request two or three LORs and prepare transcripts.
- 03
6–9 months before
Apply on Harvard University's application portal and to scholarships.
- 04
4–6 months before
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and start the education loan (₹1.06 crore – ₹1.71 crore).
- 05
2–4 months before
Apply for the F-1 student visa: receive the I-20 from your university.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is $55,000 – $75,000 a year for international students. With living costs the total for a 2-year MS is about ₹1.51 crore – ₹1.9 crore.
At $1 ≈ ₹94, a year's tuition is about ₹52 lakh – ₹71 lakh. Exchange rates move, so we recalculate with the live rate before you pay.
Of the 6 universities closest to it in cost, 1 cost less in total and 5 cost more. Harvard University's tuition is above the middle of our USA list.
Yes, within visa rules: up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters. Part-time income helps with living costs but shouldn't be counted on for tuition.
Often, yes — private banks and NBFCs lend unsecured amounts for many universities if the co-applicant's income is steady. Larger amounts at the lowest rates usually need collateral. Most families borrow ₹1.06 crore – ₹1.71 crore.
Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May). Start preparing 10–12 months ahead; popular programs fill early.
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