Is it easier to get into Harvard as an athlete?

Harvard has the most D1 sports teams of any college in the nation — 42 — which means there are a lot of spots to fill. Recruited athletes have a 90% acceptance rate and comprise 10% of the incoming class. For perspective, the overall Harvard acceptance rate is below 5%.

What percent of Harvard students are athletes?

80 percent
Nearly 80 percent of Harvard students are involved in some kind of athletics—and nearly everyone puts their Crimson pride to work cheering on friends and classmates.

How can a student athlete get into Harvard?

All prospective student-athletes must be accepted by the Harvard Admissions Office in order to play for a Harvard athletic team. Since all Ivy League schools do not award athletic scholarships, there are no signing dates for the National Letter of Intent.

Does Harvard like athletes?

MYTH: Harvard isn’t interested in athletes or athletics. There are Harvard graduates playing professional football, baseball, hockey, squash, and tennis. Harvard is very much interested in good athletes – if they meet the college’s academic standards.

How many Harvard students are involved in Athletics?

It is easy to make athletics and physical fitness a regular part of your Harvard undergraduate experience. Nearly 80 percent of Harvard students are involved in some kind of athletics—and nearly everyone puts their Crimson pride to work cheering on friends and classmates.

Why are intramural sports important to Harvard University?

Our outstanding varsity athletes excel in competition, fuel Crimson pride across campus, and carry on the rich legacy of Harvard Athletics. Intramural sports provide students the opportunity to play with a team in a fun, relaxed environment.

What kind of sports do Harvard students play?

Teams are organized by entryway and by House. First-years compete for the Yard Cup, and upperclassmen chase the Straus Cup. There are many club sports that Harvard students can join—or you can start your own. Less formal than varsity competitions, club sports are a great way to meet new friends and compete in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

When to file CSS Profile for Harvard University?

In the meantime, you can log in to your College Board account to see your submissions. Rest assured that if you are admitted and we find something is missing, we’ll notify you. File the online 2021-2022 CSS Profile via the College Board, starting September 17. Make sure to include Harvard as a recipient using the code 3434.