<p>This is an interesting question which I found myself thinking about a year ago. It all boils down to this: If you think Harvard is a good fit and you would like to apply, do it. Your chances are pretty slim regardless of where you come from. Remember that 9% will also be divided into approx 50% Male, 50% female. When all is said and done, there’s not a whole lot of difference considering 15-20K people apply and 9-10% get in. Have a solid back up plan, and don’t be totally discouraged if you don’t get in (you’d be in the majority). But you can’t get in if you don’t try.</p>