Preparation and Arrival

Register for courses.

• Register for summer courses by June 15.
• See the calendar for additional deadlines regarding online and on-campus courses.

Pay your balance.

• Pay your balance in full immediately after registering or making course changes. If you do not, you risk being dropped from all courses and waitlists.

Check your name, date of birth, and contact information.

• Your name and date of birth in MyDCE must match exactly what is printed on your government-issued photo ID, which you must present during check-in to receive your Harvard ID card.
• Correct any name and date of birth errors by submitting a biographical and contact information changes form.
• The Summer School communicates with students via email. Keep your student email address and other contact information current in MyDCE. If you are not receiving email from us, be sure to check your spam and junk folders.

International students who received a Summer School I-20:

• Please consult the instructions provided to you by Harvard International Office (HIO) with your electronic form I-20 on how to prepare for entering the U.S.

Planning to live on campus?

• Wondering what you should bring with you? See Your Room for a list of what’s provided and what you can rent on campus or purchase in Harvard Square.
• Don’t forget to bring a pillow and linens with you or rent them from Harvard Student Agencies.
• You will be able to view your housing assignment and on-campus mailing address on your H-ticket (see H-ticket section below).

Review placement test requirements.

• Be sure to take any placement tests (noted in course descriptions) that are required for your courses.

Meet the immunization requirement.

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (or medical or religious exemption documentation) must be submitted to Harvard University Health Services PatientPortal by all students with an on-campus presence for Summer School.
• If you are living in Summer School housing or attending Summer School classes on campus in the US while on a visa of any kind, submit the immunization form by May 19.

Insurance Coverage

• Nonresidential students who are seen at Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) may be required to pay a fee for services. Services at HUHS will be billed to your own health insurance plan. Patients are billed and held responsible for services not covered by their health insurance.
• Residential students are automatically enrolled in and covered by the Summer School’s Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan, with Global Assistance Services.  This plan is provided by On Call International and is considered secondary coverage to your own health insurance plan. Patients are billed and held responsible for services not covered by their health insurance.

Learn your Harvard ID number and claim your HarvardKey.

• View your Harvard ID number in MyDCE.
• Claim your HarvardKey.

Provide a photo for your Harvard ID card.

• Upload a photo using the Harvard ID Card Web Application no later than May 19 if you plan to use on-campus resources.
• Visit ID Cards for instructions.

Learn about accommodations and services for a disability.

• See Accessibility Services for more information.

Prepare for your classes.

• Make travel plans to arrive for your check-in and first class meetings.
• Find your classroom by viewing My Courses in MyDCE. Check for classroom changes right before classes begin.
• Taking an online course? See guidelines for video courses and web-conference courses.
• See which textbooks you need by checking course syllabi or websites (linked in course descriptions) or use the Harvard COOP textbook search.
• Note the deadlines for course and credit status changes, drops, and withdrawals.
• Check the final exam schedule before making your travel plans home.

Bring your H-ticket and government-issued photo ID to check-in.

• Bring your H-ticket, your customized check-in ticket. The H-ticket is available in MyDCE starting the week before your session’s check-in. You have the option of displaying it on your mobile device (recommended) or printing it in advance. You must show your H-ticket and a government-issued photo ID to check in.

Still have questions?

• Please contact Enrollment Services at (617) 495-4024 or email inquiry@summer.harvard.edu.

Saturday, June 17

Move-in and check-in hours are 10 am to 4 pm. Bring your H-ticket (printed or displayed on your mobile device) and a government-issued photo ID.

Travel to campus.

• Travel to campus should be scheduled so that you can check in during regular check-in hours on Opening Weekend. Early arrival and check-in are not permitted.
• See Directions for information on getting to campus.
• View the Campus Map to find Opening Weekend locations.

Move into on-campus housing.

• Pick up your key and move into your room before checking in elsewhere. Your key pick-up location will be listed on your H-ticket.
• Only students will have access to Harvard dorms and Houses.
• See Moving In and Out of Housing.

Pay any balance due before checking in.

• Pay online with a credit card. Or visit Student Financial Services at 51 Brattle Street.
• Your balance must be paid in full before you can check in and pick up your Harvard ID card.

Received a Form I-20 from Summer School? Check in with the Harvard International Office (HIO).

• Review emailed instructions from HIO on how to register your arrival in the U.S. remotely or in-person.
• To register your arrival in-person with HIO, bring your passport, printed Form I-20, F-1 visa, a copy of your I-94 arrival record, and H-ticket to check-in, if you were unable to do so remotely. Check-in location will be noted on your H-Ticket.
• You must register your arrival with HIO either remotely or in-person before you can pick up your Harvard ID card.

Check in with Harvard Summer School.

• Bring your H-ticket and government-issued photo ID. Location for check-in will be noted on your H-Ticket.
• Pick up your Harvard ID card.
• See the Accessibility Services Office if you have requested accommodations for a disability or have questions about services.

Set up a Harvard email account and connect to the Harvard network.

• For help, visit the computer services table at check-in.
• You can also visit the computer lab at 53 Church Street.

Visit the online Harvard Summer School Resource Fair.

• From 3pm-6pm, learn about the extracurricular activities and vendor services.
• Access the Zoom link here (HarvardKey required).

Commuting Secondary School Program students: attend orientation.

• Secondary School Program Commuting Students Orientation, Saturday at 3pm. Location TBA.

Attend your residential orientation.

• Residential Orientations will be held Sunday after dinner. Your proctor will provide details.

Get ready for class.

• Classes begin Tuesday, June 20.
• Check out course syllabi and websites (linked in course descriptions).
• Be sure to attend all classes for which you are registered or waitlisted.
• Confirm your classroom location by viewing My Courses in MyDCE.
• Buy your textbooks. To find out which ones you need, visit the Harvard COOP, check your syllabus or course website, or use the Harvard COOP textbook search.
• Keep deadlines for course and credit status changes, drops, and withdrawals in mind.

Dining Options.

• Meal service for students living on campus begins with Saturday dinner from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Adult and college students dine at Dunster Dining Hall. Secondary School students dine at Annenberg Hall.
• The full summer schedule is also available on Dining Services.
• A variety of convenience stores, grocers, and restaurants are also within walking distance of Harvard Square. See HarvardSquare.com.

Parking and Shuttle Options.

• Parking is extremely limited in Harvard Square.
• Free parking is available at the 52 Oxford Street garage from 9 am on Saturday, June 17, to 7 am on Sunday, June 18.
• Residential Secondary School Program students arriving in personal vehicles may enter the Yard via Johnston Gate, located on Massachusetts Avenue across from the intersection with Church Street. Park near your dorm, unload your vehicle, and promptly exit the Yard to park. Students assigned to Greenough, Hurlbut, or Pennypacker may proceed directly to their dorm without entering Harvard Yard.
• Shuttle services are available to help you travel between check-in and move-in locations.
• See Parking and Transit for more information on parking and shuttle services during the summer.

What if I arrive late because my flight is delayed?

• Adult and college students: If you are living on campus, your flight is delayed, and you arrive after 4 pm, you must seek other accommodations until business hours resume at 9 am on Tuesday, June 20. See the Cambridge Office of Tourism website for hotel listings.
• Secondary School Program students: See information about arriving late.
• • If you arrive late on Saturday, June 17 Go to Widener Gate on Massachusetts Avenue. Widener Gate is behind Widener Library, directly across the street from SEE Eyewear, 1276 Massachusetts Avenue. Harvard Yard does not have a street address so the address for SEE Eyewear is the closest address to Widener Gate in Harvard Yard. Speak with Harvard personnel at Widener Gate, and tell them you are a Secondary School Program (SSP) student who has just arrived. Security Guards at Widener Gate will assist you by contacting the SSP. You will be met by a member of our staff who will guide you to your dorm.
  • If you become lost, call the Harvard University Police Department at 617-495-1212. Explain that you are a Secondary School Program student and have just arrived. Ask the Harvard Police dispatcher for assistance in getting to Widener Gate.
  • If you arrive early Sunday morning, June 18, during daylight hours, we will have staff available starting at noon. Go to a safe place—e.g., stay at the airport—and meet SSP staff at Widener Gate at noon.

Still have questions?

• Call (617) 495-4024 or email inquiry@summer.harvard.edu.
• For Secondary School Program questions, email ssp@summer.harvard.edu or visit Thayer Hall during Opening Weekend.

Sunday, July 9

Move-in and check-in hours are noon to 3 pm. Bring your H-ticket (printed or displayed on your mobile device) and a government-issued photo ID.

If you’re enrolled in both three-week session I and II, you only check in on Opening Weekend. You do not need to check in again on Sunday, July 9.

Travel to campus.

• Travel to campus should be scheduled so that you can check in during regular check-in hours. Early arrival and check-in are not permitted.
• See Directions for information on getting to campus.
• View the Campus Map to find check-in locations.

Move into on-campus housing.

• Pick up your key and move into your room before checking in elsewhere. Your key pick-up location will be listed on your H-ticket.
• Only students will have access to Harvard dorms and Houses.
• See Moving In and Out of Housing.

Pay any balance due before checking in.

• Pay online with a credit card. Or visit Student Financial Services at 51 Brattle Street.
• Your balance must be paid in full before you can continue with check-in and pick up your Harvard ID card.

Received a Form I-20 from Harvard Summer School? Check in with the Harvard International Office (HIO).

• Review emailed instructions from HIO on how to register your arrival to the U.S. remotely or in-person
• To register your arrival in-person with HIO, bring your passport, printed Form I-20, F-1 visa, a copy of your I-94 arrival record, and H-ticket to 51 Brattle Street to check in with HIO, if you haven’t done so already.
• You must register your arrival with HIO either remotely or in-person before you can pick up your Harvard ID card.

Check in with Harvard Summer School.

• Bring your H-ticket and government-issued photo ID to 51 Brattle Street.
• Pick up your Harvard ID card or ID card authorization form.
• See the Accessibility Services Office if you have requested accommodations for a disability or have questions about services.

Set up a Harvard email account and connect to the Harvard network.

• For help, visit the computer lab at 53 Church Street.

Attend your residential orientation.

• Meet the residential staff at an orientation in your House Sunday evening.

Get ready for class.

• Classes begin Monday, July 10.
• Check out course syllabi and websites (linked in course descriptions).
• Be sure to attend all classes for which you are registered or waitlisted.
• Confirm your classroom location by using the course catalog or by viewing My Courses in MyDCE.
• Buy your textbooks. To find out which ones you need, visit the Harvard COOP, check your syllabus or course website, or use the Harvard COOP textbook search.
• Keep deadlines for course and credit status changes, drops, and withdrawals in mind.

Dining Options.

• Meal service for students living on campus begins with Sunday dinner in Dunster Dining Hall from 5:00 to 7:30 pm.
• For the full summer schedule, see Dining Services.
• A variety of convenience stores, grocers, and restaurants are also within walking distance of Harvard Square. See HarvardSquare.com.

Parking and Shuttle Options.

• Parking is extremely limited in Harvard Square.
• Free parking is available at the 52 Oxford Street garage from 11 am, Sunday, July 9, to 7 am, Monday, July 10.
• Shuttle services are available to help you travel between check-in and move-in locations.
• See Parking and Transit for more information on parking and shuttle services during the summer.

What if I arrive late because my flight is delayed?

If you are living on campus, your flight is delayed, and you arrive after 3 pm on Sunday, you must seek other accommodations until business hours resume at 9 am on Monday, July 10. See the Cambridge Office of Tourism website for hotel listings.

Still have questions?

Call (617) 495-4024 or email inquiry@summer.harvard.edu.