The name Harvard conjures images of ancient brick, rigorous scholarship, and intellectual elite. Yet, for over a century, the university has extended its academic reach far beyond the traditional campus experience through the Harvard Division of Continuing Education (DCE). This division, primarily anchored by the Harvard Extension School (HES), is a dynamic gateway that offers the prestige and academic rigor of Harvard to a global population of lifelong learners, working professionals, and those seeking flexible educational pathways.

Harvard’s continuing education is not a mere side venture; it is a foundational commitment to the democratization of knowledge, providing opportunities for students to pursue everything from personal enrichment to fully accredited Harvard degrees.
The Pillar of Flexibility: The Harvard Extension School
Founded in 1910, the Harvard Extension School establish with a mission to serve the educational needs of the greater Boston community, eventually expanding its resources to the entire world. … Read more