ALB Liberal Arts at Harvard University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Liberal Arts (ALB) in Extension Studies is a part-time undergraduate degree for working adults, delivered online with eight credits completed on campus. Students build a liberal arts foundation, communication skills and critical thinking, and choose a concentration in humanities, science or social sciences.

Faculty: Harvard Division of Continuing Education (Harvard Extension School) | Intake: Spring 2027 (registration November 5, 2026 to January 19, 2027) | Study mode: part-time | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Students choose a concentration in humanities, science or social sciences and may add a field of study or minor. Popular fields are Business Administration and Management, Computer Science, Economics, Government and Psychology. Eight credits (usually two courses) are taken on campus through weekend or summer options.

Career pathways

Graduates work in government, entertainment, financial services and healthcare in roles such as management consultant, director of data science, director of communications and senior multimedia designer; many continue to master's and doctoral study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Harvard Extension School: The path to your degree begins before you apply to the program. You’ll earn your way in through our performance-based admissions, completing coursework for admission and earning credits toward your degree right away.

Intake: Spring 2027

Apply through the official page: https://extension.harvard.edu/academics/programs/bachelor-of-liberal-arts-degree-program/

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