Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1636 as Harvard College and named for its first benefactor, the Puritan clergyman John Harvard, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. Its influence, wealth, and rankings have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
Coat of arms Latin
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| Latin: Universitas Harvardiana | |
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Former names Harvard
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Harvard College |
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| Motto | Veritas (Latin) |
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Motto in English
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Truth |
| Type | Private research university |
| Established | 1636 |
| Founder | Massachusetts General Court |
| Accreditation | NECHE |
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Academic affiliations
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| Endowment | $50.9 billion (2022) |
| President | Lawrence Bacow |
| Provost | Alan Garber |
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Academic staff
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~2,400 faculty members (and >10,400 academic appointments in affiliated teaching hospitals) |
| Students | 21,648 (Fall 2021) |
| Undergraduates | 7,153 (Fall 2021) |
| Postgraduates | 14,495 (Fall 2021) |
| Location |
Cambridge
, Massachusetts
, United States
42°22′28″N 71°07′01″W |
| Campus | Midsize city 209 acres (85 ha) |
| Newspaper | The Harvard Crimson |
| Colors | Crimson, white, and black |
| Nickname | Crimson |
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Sporting affiliations
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| Mascot | John Harvard |
| Website | harvard |
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