Applying to Harvard (SCEA) This Fall

ckfy63a
Tue, 25 Jun 2013 12:19:27 +0000

Hi everyone! I am applying to Harvard SCEA this fall, and I’m really psyched. I’ve been fascinated with Harvard ever since I visited Cambridge when I was eight, and ever since then I’ve held Harvard as my ultimate goal. I really like the concentration system and the possibility of advanced standing (not that I’d pursue it even I qualify, it sounds intense!), and I like the Cambridge area too; it’s close to family.

Anyways, the main point of this post is to ask a couple of questions about SCEA. Firstly, when do the necessary materials (common app, Harvard supplement) become available? I’ve checked the Harvard website, and there’s nothing there about release dates. Also, when is the optimal time to turn in the SCEA app? I know it’s due in November, but is there a certain time when it’s best to turn it in? The website makes it seem like people start sending in materials in October.

I plan on taking an actual tour of Harvard this summer to see it again as a young adult! Thanks for all your help with the SCEA process. It’s all a bit daunting to think that in six months I’ll know the outcome of my application!