<p>K.A.V.B., I’m sorry that nobody has answered your (very valid) questions. I’ll give them a shot. </p>
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<li>What Weight will my A-Levels have in my applications? and Will It give me Advanced Standing?</li>
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<p>Advanced Standing is generally and most easily administered for students with AP classes, but A-Levels can be considered on an individual basis. Should you be admitted, you’ll need your records, and you can bring them to the Advising Programs Office before November for examination. </p>
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<li>Are Advanced Placement Courses available in India? if so, then How can I sign up for them?</li>
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<p>AP courses are most likely available in India, as they are offered at most competitive international private high schools. You could enroll in one by attending a high school. As you’re home-schooled, though, your best option would most likely be to study for the examinations yourself. Your A-Level scores should be more than sufficient for the admissions process.</p>
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<li>How Exactly do I deal with Homesickness? </li>
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<p>Personal counseling and peer support groups are in rich supply at Harvard. Certain organizations focus exclusively on international students, and will be prepared to help you along the way. There is also an intricate structure of advisors to support you, both staff and students. However, if you feel that your homesickness may be strong enough to impede your progress, you may reconsider moving so far away from home. </p>
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<li>What Kind of an Emotional, Psychological, and Social Support System exactly exists at Harvard for Undergrads?</li>
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<p>Much the same as my previous answer: there are many organizations, counselling services and an advisory structure will support you.</p>
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<li>What Exactly are the Housing, Dining, Health, and Recreational facilities available to Harvard Undergrads?</li>
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<p>Housing: All freshmen are housed on or in the immediate vicinity of Harvard Yard. The dorms range in age from those built in the 1700s to those built in the 1970s. Financial aid will cover the costs of housing, depending on how much you receive. Rooms are suite-style, but options vary from a one-person suite to one containing as many as six roommates (possibly more).
Dining: Meals and snacks, including a late-night snack, are available to freshmen from Annenberg Hall. The food is pretty typical, as far as buffet American cuisine goes. Special accommodations can be made for religious or dietary reasons. Again, financial aid will cover dining depending on the level of need.
Health: Health insurance must be purchased for any international students. Many services are available on-campus, especially emergency services, and other insurance will cover further services at other hospitals. (There will be co-pays, though.) Financial aid will cover this insurance, once again, based on need.
Recreation: There are numerous student facilities offering opportunities for recreation, from organized sports to exercise to activity classes.</p>
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<li>Will my Tourette’s Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Dyslexia, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affect my chances of getting In to Harvard? and Will I be Discriminated against at Harvard because of them?</li>
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<p>Your conditions will not directly influence the admissions process. There is a non-discrimination policy in place. However, if your conditions cause you to fall behind on your schoolwork or underperform in other aspects, then they would have an indirect impact on your situation. That discrimination policy extends to your time as an undergraduate, although freedom from discrimination by other students is not guaranteed.</p>
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<li>Are LGBT Students and Hindu Students Discriminated Against at Harvard?</li>
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<p>No. There are LGBT support groups and organizations, and many Hindu students on campus.</p>
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<li>Are there any Hindu Student’s Groups and Indian Student’s Groups at Harvard?</li>
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<p>Yes, there are. I’d suggest that you peruse the listing of organizations for those that apply to you. Here’s the link: [Student</a> Organization List Office of Student Life](<a href=“http://osl.fas.harvard.edu/icb/icb.do?keyword=k65178&pageid=icb.page305611]Student”>http://osl.fas.harvard.edu/icb/icb.do?keyword=k65178&pageid=icb.page305611)</p>
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<li>What exactly are Harvard’s Admissions Requirements for Homeschooled International Students? and What is the Profile of the Average Homeschooled Student who Does get Admitted? and What is the Profile of the Average International Student who Gets In?</li>
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<p>It is impossible to determine an “average” profile for just about anyone. There are no codified requirements. Have SAT and Subject Test scores above 750 in each category, an A-average, and become involved in your community (as you don’t have the options available to an average high-school student). There are no guarantees for admission. I suggest looking through the stickied Class of 2014 thread for more information, and to get an idea of who got in and why.</p>
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<li>How exactly do I increase my chances of Getting In?</li>
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<p>Work hard, study, get involved. Be yourself.</p>