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World rank
15%
Acceptance rate
1936
Established
1,213
Students
Private (Not for Profit)
Type
Rankings
Harvard Kennedy School and its parent institution maintain elite standing in major global and national educational assessments:
- Parent University Standing: Harvard University consistently ranks among the top 5 universities globally.
- Public Affairs: Widely recognized as the leading institution globally for public policy, administration, and international affairs education.
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