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Graduate Degrees

Earn a Master of Liberal Arts in Extension Studies degree in one of over 20 fields to gain critical insights and practical skills for success in your career or scholarly pursuits.

How Our Graduate Programs Work

Admissions: Earn Your Way In

Getting started on a degree is simple. You complete 2 or 3 degree courses to qualify for admission. 

Attend Class Online and on Campus

You balance online study with a Harvard campus experience. You'll be immersed in a rich academic community and have access to extensive resources.

Connect with the Harvard Community

While earning a degree, you can pursue special academic opportunities around the University and work closely with academic advisors to meet your goals.

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Our mission is to support our students every step of the way.

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Dean of Harvard Division of Continuing Education
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