Life & Community

Life & Community at Harvard

This section provides information and resources to support international students and scholars when they arrive at Harvard and throughout their time here.  

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Learn About Life & Community Resources at Harvard

Welcome to Harvard Guide

This guide will help you accomplish the tasks necessary to establish yourself in the Boston/Cambridge area.

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Housing

Learn about different options for housing in the Boston/Cambridge area.

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Healthcare & Insurance

It is crucial that you learn about the differences between the medical care system in your own country and the medical care system in the United States.  

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Host Program

Since 1962, the Host Program has provided an opportunity for connection and friendship between Harvard international graduate students who are new to the United States and residents who live in the Boston area. 

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Family Resources

This information is designed for spouses, partners, and children accompanying international graduate students and scholars to Harvard.

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Campus Resources

Access information you may need to get settled around the University, and take advantage of the resources that Harvard has to offer. 

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