Russell E. Berg, dean of admissions at GSAS, says that all GSAS programs or affiliated centers make their own financial aid decisions and have authority over their own funds.
"There are some interdepartmental funds for which there are interdepartmental committees, but for entering students the bulk of financial aid is decided at the departmental level" Berg says. "In Ph.D. programs the admissions decisions are all made by the departmental admissions committees-often by individual Faculty members since the Ph.D. program usually requires working with a particular advisor or Faculty member."
This can put applicants from Harvard College at an advantage since they are able to develop personal relationships with Faculty members well before they apply.
"It is possible that Harvard College applicants are writing applications more relevant to the interests of Faculty members; you can tailor your application to the departmental needs." Berg said.
Making the Choice
Applicants from the College may have an easier time getting into Harvard graduate schools, but they certainly don't have an easier time deciding whether or not to attend.
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