Our program advisors are here to help you. Admission advisor Maura McGlame can answer admission-related questions. Stephen Blinn, associate director of professional programs, will advise you once you are admitted.
Admission advising
Meet with Maura McGlame to learn about the program and receive advice. She is available for phone, e-mail, and on-campus appointments.
Hours: Mondays–Fridays, 9 am–4 pm
Contact: maura_mcglame@harvard.edu; (617) 495-9414
Advising once you are a candidate
Once you have applied and been admitted, you can meet with Stephen Blinn, associate director of professional programs, to learn more about requirements, academic standing, and student services. Stephen is available for phone, e-mail, and on-campus appointments, and videoconferencing through Skype.
Hours: Mondays–Fridays, 8 am–4 pm
Contact: stephen_blinn@harvard.edu; (617) 495-9414
Course selection, thesis, and capstone advising
In addition, the research advisor, Jeff Parker (jeff_parker@harvard.edu), is available to answer questions about information technology, course selection, and deciding between the thesis and capstone tracks, and he serves as the research advisor for students in the thesis track.
Tips from our advisors:
- Read the website thoroughly. Most of your questions are answered here.
- Attend an information session.
- Apply early, preferably in the semester you anticipate completing your third preadmission course. Being a degree candidate has its perks, including early registration and access to various resources. See the perks of candidacy.
- Take advantage of resources such as the Career and Academic Resource Center, Writing Center, and libraries.
- Be aware of academic integrity policies and registration deadlines in the calendar. If you cannot complete a course, don’t just stop attending: formally withdraw from the class by the required deadline.
- Become part of the Harvard community. Join the student association and attend campus events listed in the Harvard Gazette calendar.