Yes, you should apply to each program separately but please note on the GSAS application that you also applied to the JD program. There is a box to select this in the application and/or you may include this in your statement of purpose. For further information on the JD/PhD program please visit: http://law.harvard.edu/academics/degrees/special-programs/jd-phd/jd/phd-program-description.html.
No, beginning in 2016-2017, those interested in earning an MD/PhD in Health Policy will only apply to HMS/MD-PhD via AMCAS, with all tailored GSAS application components included in the MD-PhD secondary application. Applicants no longer need to apply to both programs.
Describe your reasons and motivations for pursuing a graduate degree in your chose program of study at Harvard. What experiences led you to your research ambitions? Concisely state your past work in your intended field of study and in related fields. Briefly indicate your career objectives. Your statement should not exceed 1,000 words.
For the GRE and TOEFL, please use the code 3451 for the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The GMAT code for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is HRL-X8-30.
No. The program will not accept MCAT or LSAT scores as substitutes for the GRE/GMAT scores. All applicants must submit official GRE (preferred) or GMAT scores to the program. There are no substitutions.
All applicants to the PhD program, regardless of their academic or professional background, must submit official scores from the GRE General Exam or GMAT exam. The program prefers GRE scores, but will also accept GMAT scores.
The application becomes available in early-mid September through the GSAS website (http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/apply) and the application is due on December 15th at 5 p.m. EST.
