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    Cambridge, USMAIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $57,328.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    24%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    32
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Chemistry at Harvard University is a 32-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Cambridge, US. Tuition is $57,328 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Program offers research and training in chemical biology, inorganic, organic, physical, and theoretical chemistry.

    Focus: research
    QS World University Rankings by Subject (Chemistry): #2 | US News Chemistry #4

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min There is no minimum required score for the general GRE
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min minimum score of 80 on the TOEFL
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 on the IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $44,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Chemistry at Harvard University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemistry at Harvard University is $57,328 across 32 required credits.
    Is Chemistry at Harvard University online or in-person?
    Chemistry at Harvard University is offered in-person.
    How long does Chemistry at Harvard University take to complete?
    Chemistry at Harvard University is structured around 1 year and 32 credits.
    Is Chemistry at Harvard University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Chemistry at Harvard University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Chemistry at Harvard University?
    Chemistry at Harvard University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 24%.