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Harvard University Graduate School of Design

Applying for admission
How to apply All applicants are encouraged to review the GSD website (www.gsd.harvard.edu), with particular attention to program descriptions, before completing the application. Please follow the instructions below carefully before submitting the online application materials. Application materials become the property of theGSD and cannot be returned or forwarded to any other party.

program, please submit a separate application, fee, and supporting materials for each program. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) application forms are available from the Harvard University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at www.gsas.harvard.edu.
Transcript(s) Transcripts should be submitted online by the applicant and are required fromall colleges and universities from which the applicant has received credit. International students: transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. If the university or college does not issue transcripts, a certified letter and certified English translation must be provided. It should list courses and examinations taken, grades, and degrees and dates of degreesreceived. If admitted, all applicants will be required to have official transcripts sent directly to the Design School. Letters of recommendation Applicants are required to obtain three online letters of recommendation: at least two from college instructors and, if appropriate, one from an employer. Applicants who have been out of school for several years may request letters from employers or otherpersons in a position to evaluate their professional abilities and academic potential, although letters from college instructors are preferred. Resume Submit an online resume that includes: employment; education; extra-curricular collegiate and community activities (note whether an office held was

elected or appointed); honors, awards, professional registration, professional societies,publications; avocations, hobbies, travel; if you served in the military, indicate rank on entry and rank on separation.
Essay MArch, MLA, MAUD, MLAUD and MUP applicants: Submit an online essay that addresses your background as it relates to your academic and professional interests, and why you wish to pursue the specific GSD degree program to which you are applying. Limit responses to approximately1,000 words.
MDesS applicants: Submit a statement online that addresses the selection of your area of study in relation to your academic and/or career objectives and how the MDesS program fits your objectives. Reference should be made to academic or professional experience in your area of interest. Limit statement to 1,000 words. DDes applicants: Submit a proposal online describing the research thatyou plan to engage in during your studies. The proposal will be evaluated based on: (1) its promise for original contribution to the design professions; (2) its feasibility to be completed within the time constraints of the program; and (3) its congruence with the research interests of at least two GSD faculty members who may eventually serve on the thesis committee. The research proposal shouldnot exceed 1,500 words.

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores The general test of the Graduate Record Examination is required of all applicants to degree programs. Foreign applicants to degree programs are required to submit GRE scores. The GRE is not necessary for application as a special student. Although recent scores are preferred, tests taken within the last five years are acceptable.Architecture Applicants: December 15, 2009, is the deadline by which online submission of the application, $80 nonrefundable application fee, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, resume, essay, GRE scores, and TOEFL scores (if applicable) must be made. January 5, 2010 is the deadline by which portfolios for MArch applicants must be received in the Admissions Office. Landscape...