Which is better for Indian students – Yale or Harvard?
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1 Answer
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Indian students can choose Harvard if they want to pursue courses in STEM related fields, Business, Medicine, Public Policy. Students can also choose Harvard if they want a large Indian student community and exposure to thriving ecosystem of Boston. On the other hand, students can choose Yale if they want pursue courses in Humanities, Arts, Global Affairs or Social Sciences and if they prefer a collaborative, community-driving learning style.
Particulars
Yale
Harvard
Founded
1701
1636
Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Tuition fees
USD 62,000+ per year
USD 57,000+ per year
Popular academic disciplines
Arts, Humanities, Law, Social Sciences
Economics, Law, Business, Medicine, Public Policy
Acceptance Rate
4.5%
3.6%
QS World University Rankings 2026
#21
#5
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