Harvard University application deadlines for fall 2027
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Harvard's regular decision is due Jan 1, 2027. Restrictive early action (Nov 1) has closed. Checked on college.harvard.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is Harvard due?
Closed
Restrictive early action
Was due Nov 1, 2026 53days
Regular decision
Due Friday, Jan 1, 2027 Every Harvard deadline for fall 2027
| Round | Deadline | Checked | Where we read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restrictive early action | Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (closed) | Nov 5, 2026 | college.harvard.edu |
| Regular decision | Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | Nov 5, 2026 | college.harvard.edu |
Does Harvard need the SAT or ACT?
Harvard requires the SAT or ACT for fall 2027. Checked Nov 2, 2026.
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Questions people ask
When is the Harvard University restrictive early action deadline for fall 2027?
Restrictive early action closed on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Checked on college.harvard.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is the Harvard University regular decision deadline for fall 2027?
Regular decision is due Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Checked on college.harvard.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
Does Harvard University require the SAT or ACT for fall 2027?
Yes. Harvard requires the SAT or ACT for fall 2027. Checked on college.harvard.edu on Nov 2, 2026.
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Where these numbers come from
- Admit rate and applicants: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Test scores: IPEDS, fall 2024 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- GPA, early rounds and wait list: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Deadlines: college.harvard.edu, 2026-27 (checked Nov 5, 2026)
- Test rule: college.harvard.edu, fall 2027 (checked Nov 2, 2026)
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