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NDTV
5 days ago
- General
- NDTV
How To Apply To Harvard: Everything You Need To Know
Apply To Harvard University: The application process for students applying to most top universities-whether abroad or within the country follows a rigorous pattern. Harvard University from United States has consistently been a top choice for students and is currently ranked fifth in the QS Global Rankings released last week. The application process for Harvard includes multiple steps such as basic information forms, recommendation letters, and specific Harvard questions. Whether applying from abroad or domestically, the process remains largely the same. Here is the Step-by-Step Application Process For Harvard University: Step 1: Choose Your Application Form The first step involves filling out either the Coalition Application powered by Scoir or the Common Application. Both forms require biographical details, family information, and your educational history. You may also include your entrance test details, though it's not mandatory, as Harvard does not necessarily require a test. Step 2: Activities Section Both applications include an activities section, where you need to mention what you do outside the classroom-such as sports, music, family responsibilities, or work. Try to include at least one activity. Step 3: Personal Essay A personal essay is also required. This essay helps the university understand who you are beyond your academics. Choose a topic you're most comfortable with and use it to tell your story. Step 4: The Harvard Supplement Like many universities, Harvard includes a Supplement as part of its selection process. Through this, Harvard aims to learn more about you. The Supplement includes the following questions: Question 1: Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a diverse student body. How will the life experiences that shape who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard? Question 2: Briefly describe an intellectual experience that was important to you. (This could be a class, a project, research experience, or a summer internship-anything that made you excited about learning.) Question 3: Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are. Question 4: How do you hope to use a Harvard education in the future? (Harvard uses this question to understand how you plan to use your education to achieve your goals.) Question 5: Top three things your roommates might like to know about you. (This helps Harvard understand how you present yourself in a social setting-such as in a dining hall or classroom.) Transcripts and Recommendation Letters Applicants must submit an official high school transcript that includes all the courses taken and corresponding performance. Additionally, students must submit: A recommendation letter from a counselor or an adult/senior who knows them well. Two teacher recommendations, each focusing not only on the applicant's performance in class but also their preparation for college-level work. What Happens After You Apply? After applying, students are required to submit a mid-year report, which includes their senior level (Class 12) first-term transcript. If admitted, they must also submit a final transcript, showing all courses completed and final grades. As part of the application process, students may also be offered an alumni interview, providing an opportunity to speak with a Harvard graduate and learn more about their experiences. Financial Aid and Fee Waivers To help cover application costs, students can apply for financial aid. Fee waivers are available through Harvard University to support students who may need them.
NDTV
21-06-2025
- Science
- NDTV
QS Rankings 2026: Top 10 Indian Institutes With Best Sustainability Rankings
QS Rankings 2026: The QS World University Rankings, released on Thursday featured the best performing institutions around the world. A total of 54 Indian institutions made it to the QS Global Rankings with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi as the best performing Indian institution. The Sustainability Score evaluates how well an institution contributes to areas such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, student well-being, transparency, and ethical decision-making. Here are the top 10 Indian institutions according to the QS World Rankings 2026 with their sustainability scores: The best performing Indian institute is the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi with an overall rank of 123 among the top institutions around the world. IIT, Delhi earned a sustainability score of 79.9. The second Indian institution is the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) with an overall 129 rank. IIT, Bombay earned a sustainability score of 75.2. Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) with an overall 180th position, earned a sustainability score of 73. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) secured the 215th position overall, earning a sustainability score of 77.8. Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore acquired 219 rank among the top institutions according to the QS World Rankings 2025 with a sustainability score of 66.3. Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) secured an overall rank of 222, earning a sustainability score of 74.7. University of Delhi got an overall rank of 328 and a sustainability score of 71.2. Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) achieved the lowest sustainability score of 43 among the top 10 Indian institutions in QS World University Rankings 2026, with an overall rank of 334. Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR) with an overall rank of 339 earned a sustainability score of 57.5. Anna University, Chennai at 465th rank achieved a sustainability score of 64.5. A total of eight Indian universities debuted in the QS Global University Rankings this year, reflecting a positive growth in the overall quality of higher education institutions of the country.
Sydney Morning Herald
18-06-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Wake-up call' as Australian universities slip in world rankings
Australian universities have slipped in global rankings after a 'turbulent year', with experts calling it a wake-up call as growing competition in the region and the politicisation of international students pose a threat to progress. The University of Melbourne held its crown as Australia's top-ranked institution in the annual QS World University Rankings 2026 on Wednesday, but it has slipped six places from 13th to 19th. Twenty-five Australian universities dropped in rank this year. The University of NSW dropped from 19 to 20, and The University of Sydney dropped to 25 and out of the top 20. Australia is one of five nations with at least two universities in the top 20. Angela Calderon, RMIT University director of strategic insights and member of the QS Global Rankings advisory board, said the results were a wake-up call for Australia. 'We are experiencing an acceleration in the pace of change in higher education globally. Universities from emerging, middle-income economies and Asian countries are now global standouts,' she said. She said Australian universities must adapt to remain competitive and relevant, and boost national productivity. While several universities continued to improve on key measures, including citations per faculty and academic staff measures, income from international students bolstered Australian universities' research endeavours and global ranking. The = sign denotes an equal ranking with another university.
The Age
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Age
‘Wake-up call' as Australian universities slip in world rankings
Australian universities have slipped in global rankings after a 'turbulent year', with experts calling it a wake-up call as growing competition in the region and the politicisation of international students pose a threat to progress. The University of Melbourne held its crown as Australia's top-ranked institution in the annual QS World University Rankings 2026 on Wednesday, but it has slipped six places from 13th to 19th. Twenty-five Australian universities dropped in rank this year. The University of NSW dropped from 19 to 20, and The University of Sydney dropped to 25 and out of the top 20. Australia is one of five nations with at least two universities in the top 20. Angela Calderon, RMIT University director of strategic insights and member of the QS Global Rankings advisory board, said the results were a wake-up call for Australia. 'We are experiencing an acceleration in the pace of change in higher education globally. Universities from emerging, middle-income economies and Asian countries are now global standouts,' she said. She said Australian universities must adapt to remain competitive and relevant, and boost national productivity. While several universities continued to improve on key measures, including citations per faculty and academic staff measures, income from international students bolstered Australian universities' research endeavours and global ranking. The = sign denotes an equal ranking with another university.
