Harvard's Financial Aid

[Prospector7]

<p>Will harvard allow the student to pay the parent contribution in the form of loans, or must the parents pay/take out the loans themselves? </p>

[gibby]

<p>That’s something to discuss with Harvard’s Financial Aid Office; I imagine it all depends on individual circumstances.</p>

[gibby]

<p>FWIW: <a href=“Frequently Asked Questions | Harvard”>https://college.harvard.edu/frequently-asked-questions&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>FAQ ==> Financial Aid: General ==> Challenging Circumstances</p>

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QUESTION: Can I apply for Harvard’s financial aid independently of my parents?
ANSWER: No, in 99% of the cases. We feel strongly that your parents have an obligation to help finance your college education. Our aid is available only to students whose families would not otherwise be able to send them to Harvard.</p>

<p>QUESTION: What if my parents refuse to pay for my college education?
ANSWER: To be fair to all our students, we can base our financial aid decisions only on ability and not willingness to pay, and a decision to attend Harvard must be made by you and your parents. Please call the Financial Aid Office to discuss this further if you have questions or concerns.

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