BA Molecular and Cellular Biology at Harvard University

Programme overview

Molecular and Cellular Biology is rooted in the investigation of biological processes based on the study of molecules and their interactions in the context of cells and tissues, and how the genome orchestrates cell behavior.

Faculty: Harvard College: Sciences | Department: Molecular and Cellular Biology | Study mode: full-time | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

The Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) concentration has several learning objectives, a few of which are listed below: Investigate biological processes at the level of cells and molecules Apply the scientific method to solve problems, both in and out of the lab Critically review scientific literature and evidence Gateway courses include First Year Math: Starting as recommended, up to Math 19A,B/Math 21A,B/Applied Math 21A,B or equivalent Chemistry: General chemistry PS1/PS10/PS11/CHEM 40 Life sciences: either LS 1a (or LPSA) and LS 1b, or LS50 CHEM 10: Quantum, Statistical and Computational.

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Application information

USD 62,226 a year (2026-27). Harvard College undergraduate tuition for 2026-27, one rate for all students; excludes fees ($6,216), housing, food and health insurance. Source

Entry term is fall. Applicants choose Restrictive Early Action or Regular Decision; admitted students reply by May 1.

First-year applications through the Common Application: Restrictive Early Action closes November 1 with notification by mid-December; Regular Decision closes January 1 with notification by the end of March. The application fee is $95 (fee waiver available) and can be paid online via the Common Application. Harvard requires the SAT or ACT, with exceptions only where the tests are not accessible.

Apply through the official page: https://college.harvard.edu/admissions/apply

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