Graduation Rate
Percent of students graduating within 150% of normal completion time98% vs. 41.9% national median
| within 4 years | 87% earned a bachelor degree |
| within 5 years | 95% earned a bachelor degree |
| within 6 years | 97% earned a bachelor degree |
A college’s graduation rate is a strong indication of its effectiveness and your potential to find success at a school. These statistics measure the percentage of first-time, full-time students who earned a bachelor degree within four, five or six years from Harvard University. For comparison, approximately 58% of starting students nationally earn a bachelor’s degree within six years. Harvard University is more effective than average at successfully graduating students.
Post Graduation Earnings
Average Salary After 10 Years$136,700 vs. $34,300 national median
| after 6 years | $96,800 per year |
| after 7 years | $113,600 per year |
| after 8 years | $119,900 per year |
| after 9 years | $123,000 per year |
| after 10 years | $136,700 per year |
10 years after enrolling, the average income of former Harvard University students who are working and no longer in school is $136,700, which is 299% higher than the national median.
Student Loan Debt Upon Graduation
Median Student Loan Debt for Graduates $6,500Percent of students receiving Federal Loans 5%
Student Loan Repayment
Median Loan Payment: $67 per monthPercent of students actively repaying their loans: 70% vs. 47% national average
