Harvard University
2026-27 · Common App, Coalition App
Auto-compiled from official sources, August 2026 — confirm on the application.
Restrictive Early Action November 1, 2026Regular Decision January 1, 2027
Main personal statement required (250-650 words), plus:
- community identity150 words (hard cap)required
Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a student body with a diversity of perspectives and experiences. How will the life experiences that shaped who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard?
Review my draft - civic dialogue150 words (hard cap)required
Describe a time when you strongly disagreed with someone about an idea or issue. How did you communicate or engage with this person? What did you learn from this experience?
Review my draft - activity elaboration150 words (hard cap)required
Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are.
Review my draft - why us150 words (hard cap)required
How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future?
Review my draft - roommate personal150 words (hard cap)required
Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.
Review my draft
REA deadline Nov 1.