Harvard financial aid offers more students free education

Harvard University has announced it will expand its financial aid program to offer free education to more of its students.

Harvard financial aid offers more students free education

Harvard University is increasing the number of students who receive free education.

Under an expanded financial aid program, students from families that earn less than $100,000 annually will have all their expenses covered. This includes tuition, housing, food, and activities.

Students from households earning between $100,000 and $200,000 will receive free tuition, but will need to cover other expenses.

More than half of the uni’s 6,700 current undergraduates have received some form of financial aid during their education.

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The university said expanding its aid program is aimed at bridging financial gaps, particularly for “middle-income families.”

Dean of Admissions William R. Fitzsimmons said the school community is “strengthened by their presence and participation.”

“We know the most talented students come from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and experiences, from every state and around the globe,” Fitzsimmons said.

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