Documents Required

Official sources are the final authority

Statement of purpose

Two labeled sections in one document; Statement of Purpose max 300 words; Research Accomplishments max 500 words.

CV or resume

Required on the GSAS Chemistry and Chemical Biology application.

Personal statement

Required; instructions in the Harvard Griffin GSAS application portal.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three letters submitted electronically via the GSAS application.

Unofficial transcript(s)

Upload copies of transcripts for all colleges or universities attended; unofficial copies accepted for review.

Published Score Requirements

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Academic: Bachelor's degree; No hard GPA cutoff published on the GSAS Chemistry and Chemical Biology page.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Record of classroom and laboratory training in biological, organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, with a strong grounding in chemistry and clear intent to pursue doctoral research.
IELTS: 7.5 overall (Speaking 6.5); Accepted under GSAS English proficiency rules when applicable, as used elsewhere in this school file.
TOEFL: New scale: 5.0 overall (Speaking 4.5) | Old scale: 100 overall (Speaking 23); Harvard Griffin GSAS English proficiency minimum for tests taken on or after 21 January 2026, as used elsewhere in this school file.; Harvard Griffin GSAS English proficiency minimum for tests taken prior to 21 January 2026, as used elsewhere in this school file. Required if applicable under GSAS English proficiency rules.
GRE: Required (no minimum published); GSAS Chemistry and Chemical Biology lists GRE General as required; no score floor published on the program page.