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Summer Courses for Adult and College Students
Study at Harvard This Summer
Your Harvard Summer School Experience
Harvard Summer School offers more than 300 courses for adult and college students, in more than 60 different subject areas. Our open-enrollment courses are offered in
online formats and in-person
, so you can find the option that works best with your busy schedule.
All of our in-person and online classes offer:
Harvard faculty and industry experts dedicated to helping you expand your skills and sparking intellectual curiosity
A rigorous, inclusive learning environment filled with rich interactions
An intensive curriculum designed to be completed in a shorter summer session than a fall or spring semester
An international network of peers like you — driven, curious, and committed to growth
Access to Harvard’s renowned libraries, museums, and computer labs
Summer 2026 Registration Now Open
Registration for Summer 2026 courses is open through:
June 1 for on-campus courses
June 15 for online courses
How to Register
Browse courses for:
7-Week Session
4-Week Session
3-Week Session I
3-Week Session II
Get Our Updates
Join our mailing list for helpful information and important deadlines.
Sign Up
Harvard Summer School welcomes learners of all ages.
Harvard Extension School Students
Make progress toward a certificate or degree: taking a single course over the summer can help you accelerate your path to a credential.
Adult Course Takers
Advance your career and expand your skill set.
Harvard College Students
Many summer courses count toward your degree if taken for credit after matriculating at Harvard College.
Visiting College Students
Complete a prerequisite or take a course toward your degree.
International Students
Harvard Summer School sponsors F-1 student visas for international students enrolling full time for credit in courses on campus.
Course Formats
Harvard Summer School has a variety of on-campus and online courses — both live and self-paced — so you can fit your course into your summer plans. Formats include:
On Campus
When you search “On Campus,” you’ll find:
On Campus only courses
that meet live in a classroom on the Harvard campus.
Online Synchronous with a Required On-Campus Weekend,
which have class meetings over Zoom plus a required weekend on campus.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate on campus.
These courses may also give you the option to participate online synchronously or asynchronously. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available for your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Online Synchronous
Online synchronous participation happens over Zoom so you can see, hear, and speak with your classmates.
When you search “Online Synchronous,” you’ll find:
Live attendance web conference courses,
held entirely live over Zoom.
Online Synchronous with a Required On-Campus Weekend,
which have class meetings in Zoom plus a required weekend on campus.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate synchronously online.
These courses give you the option to watch class recordings and participate asynchronously online. You may also be able to attend on campus. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available in your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Online Asynchronous
In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead, you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.
When you search, “Online Asynchronous,” you’ll find:
Online courses
that give you materials to work through each week with discussion boards or live section meetings for support.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate asynchronously.
These courses may also give you the option to participate synchronously online or on campus. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available in your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Choose Your Course
You can study more than 60 different subject areas at Harvard Summer School, and in the
format
that best fits your busy schedule.
To find the course that’s right for you, browse our comprehensive
2026 course catalog
or preview select topics here:
Arts, Writing, and the Humanities
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
Dramatic Arts
English
Expository Writing
Film and Visual Arts
History of Art and Architecture
Humanities
Journalism
Linguistics
Museum Studies
Music
Philosophy
Business & Economics
Management
Economics
Computer Science, Math, and Engineering
Applied Math
Computer Science
Digital Media
Engineering Sciences
Information Management Systems
Math
Statistics
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Arabic
Celtic Languages and Literatures
Chinese
French
German
Greek
Italian
Japanese
Latin
Russian
Spanish
Ukrainian
Sciences
Astronomy
Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Environmental Studies
Mind, Brain, and Behavior
Physics
Psychology
Study of Societies, Past and Present
African and African American Studies
Anthropology
Government
History
History of Science
Legal Studies
Religion
Social Sciences
Sociology
Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Cost & Aid
Tuition for adult and college students courses (both credit and non-credit) at Harvard Summer School in 2026 is:
4-credit course: $3,980
8-credit course: $7,960
Students who take on-campus courses are also responsible for all travel costs, and if living on campus, room and meal plan fees.
See
Tuition, Fees, and Payment for Adult and College Students
for complete 2026 tuition information.
FAQs
How do I sign up for Summer School at Harvard?
Once you’ve decided to take a course at Harvard Summer School, the next step is to register for your selected class.
Once your pre-registration is complete, you can add your course or courses to your shopping cart and submit your registration in the DCE Course Search and Registration platform.
Please be aware that some courses require that you complete eligibility assessments and submit additional documentation before you can register.
For more information on how to register, as well as helpful on-demand webinars, visit
Course Registration
.
When are the deadlines for signing up for Summer School Courses?
It is very important to pay attention to all
registration, payment, and other deadlines
as you begin the registration process, as all deadlines are strict and late registration is not permitted.
We encourage you to choose your course in advance and sign up early, as many of our most popular courses do fill up before registration closes.
Join our mailing list
to be the first to know about deadlines and other helpful information.
Why Take a Course at Harvard Summer School?
Summer is a great time to learn a new skill, advance your career, get ahead in college credits, or simply explore a topic that fascinates you.
With over 400 courses to choose from, in a variety of flexible formats to fit your schedule, we know that you’ll find the right course for you at Harvard Summer School.
We look forward to getting to know you on campus or online over the summer!
Get Info
Harvard Division of Continuing Education
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.
Harvard Division of Continuing Education
Skip to content
Summer Courses for Adult and College Students
Study at Harvard This Summer
Your Harvard Summer School Experience
Harvard Summer School offers more than 300 courses for adult and college students, in more than 60 different subject areas. Our open-enrollment courses are offered in
online formats and in-person
, so you can find the option that works best with your busy schedule.
All of our in-person and online classes offer:
Harvard faculty and industry experts dedicated to helping you expand your skills and sparking intellectual curiosity
A rigorous, inclusive learning environment filled with rich interactions
An intensive curriculum designed to be completed in a shorter summer session than a fall or spring semester
An international network of peers like you — driven, curious, and committed to growth
Access to Harvard’s renowned libraries, museums, and computer labs
Summer 2026 Registration Now Open
Registration for Summer 2026 courses is open through:
June 1 for on-campus courses
June 15 for online courses
How to Register
Browse courses for:
7-Week Session
4-Week Session
3-Week Session I
3-Week Session II
Get Our Updates
Join our mailing list for helpful information and important deadlines.
Sign Up
Harvard Summer School welcomes learners of all ages.
Harvard Extension School Students
Make progress toward a certificate or degree: taking a single course over the summer can help you accelerate your path to a credential.
Adult Course Takers
Advance your career and expand your skill set.
Harvard College Students
Many summer courses count toward your degree if taken for credit after matriculating at Harvard College.
Visiting College Students
Complete a prerequisite or take a course toward your degree.
International Students
Harvard Summer School sponsors F-1 student visas for international students enrolling full time for credit in courses on campus.
Course Formats
Harvard Summer School has a variety of on-campus and online courses — both live and self-paced — so you can fit your course into your summer plans. Formats include:
On Campus
When you search “On Campus,” you’ll find:
On Campus only courses
that meet live in a classroom on the Harvard campus.
Online Synchronous with a Required On-Campus Weekend,
which have class meetings over Zoom plus a required weekend on campus.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate on campus.
These courses may also give you the option to participate online synchronously or asynchronously. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available for your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Online Synchronous
Online synchronous participation happens over Zoom so you can see, hear, and speak with your classmates.
When you search “Online Synchronous,” you’ll find:
Live attendance web conference courses,
held entirely live over Zoom.
Online Synchronous with a Required On-Campus Weekend,
which have class meetings in Zoom plus a required weekend on campus.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate synchronously online.
These courses give you the option to watch class recordings and participate asynchronously online. You may also be able to attend on campus. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available in your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Online Asynchronous
In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead, you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.
When you search, “Online Asynchronous,” you’ll find:
Online courses
that give you materials to work through each week with discussion boards or live section meetings for support.
Flexible attendance courses
that offer the
option to participate asynchronously.
These courses may also give you the option to participate synchronously online or on campus. Please see the meeting information for details about which options are available in your course.
Labs & Section Meetings:
For any course type, there may be separate labs, sections, or review meetings. The days and times of those are either listed in the descriptions, on the website, on the syllabus, or announced by the teaching staff once class begins.
Choose Your Course
You can study more than 60 different subject areas at Harvard Summer School, and in the
format
that best fits your busy schedule.
To find the course that’s right for you, browse our comprehensive
2026 course catalog
or preview select topics here:
Arts, Writing, and the Humanities
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
Dramatic Arts
English
Expository Writing
Film and Visual Arts
History of Art and Architecture
Humanities
Journalism
Linguistics
Museum Studies
Music
Philosophy
Business & Economics
Management
Economics
Computer Science, Math, and Engineering
Applied Math
Computer Science
Digital Media
Engineering Sciences
Information Management Systems
Math
Statistics
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Arabic
Celtic Languages and Literatures
Chinese
French
German
Greek
Italian
Japanese
Latin
Russian
Spanish
Ukrainian
Sciences
Astronomy
Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Environmental Studies
Mind, Brain, and Behavior
Physics
Psychology
Study of Societies, Past and Present
African and African American Studies
Anthropology
Government
History
History of Science
Legal Studies
Religion
Social Sciences
Sociology
Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Cost & Aid
Tuition for adult and college students courses (both credit and non-credit) at Harvard Summer School in 2026 is:
4-credit course: $3,980
8-credit course: $7,960
Students who take on-campus courses are also responsible for all travel costs, and if living on campus, room and meal plan fees.
See
Tuition, Fees, and Payment for Adult and College Students
for complete 2026 tuition information.
FAQs
How do I sign up for Summer School at Harvard?
Once you’ve decided to take a course at Harvard Summer School, the next step is to register for your selected class.
Once your pre-registration is complete, you can add your course or courses to your shopping cart and submit your registration in the DCE Course Search and Registration platform.
Please be aware that some courses require that you complete eligibility assessments and submit additional documentation before you can register.
For more information on how to register, as well as helpful on-demand webinars, visit
Course Registration
.
When are the deadlines for signing up for Summer School Courses?
It is very important to pay attention to all
registration, payment, and other deadlines
as you begin the registration process, as all deadlines are strict and late registration is not permitted.
We encourage you to choose your course in advance and sign up early, as many of our most popular courses do fill up before registration closes.
Join our mailing list
to be the first to know about deadlines and other helpful information.
Why Take a Course at Harvard Summer School?
Summer is a great time to learn a new skill, advance your career, get ahead in college credits, or simply explore a topic that fascinates you.
With over 400 courses to choose from, in a variety of flexible formats to fit your schedule, we know that you’ll find the right course for you at Harvard Summer School.
We look forward to getting to know you on campus or online over the summer!
Get Info
Harvard Division of Continuing Education
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.
Harvard Division of Continuing Education