Highest Earning Programs
Earnings outcomes vary dramatically across Harvard's programs, reflecting differences in career fields and labor market demand. Computer Science leads with median earnings of $256,539, followed by Applied Mathematics at $166,324. Mathematical Statistics graduates earn $128,716, while Applied Economics graduates earn $124,570. Even lower-earning programs like American History ($89,238) and American Government ($89,043) perform well relative to similar programs nationally. The substantial earnings variation creates opportunities for students to balance passion with financial objectives across Harvard's diverse academic offerings.