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Faculty of Arts and Sciences Frequently Asked Questions
For additional FAQs, please try Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard University:
http://www.harvard.edu/siteguide/faqs/index.html
1. What is the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS)?
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the deliberative body that oversees Harvard College, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Division of Continuing Education.
2. How can I learn more about Harvard College, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, or the Division of Continuing Education?
Here are the main web sites for the schools:
Harvard College
http://www.college.harvard.edu/home.html
The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/
School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
http://www.deas.harvard.edu/
Division of Continuing Education
http://www.dce.harvard.edu/
3. Who should I contact with questions about applying to Harvard College, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, or the Division of Continuing Education?
Here is the contact information for the schools:
Harvard College
http://www.admissions.college.harvard.edu/
Phone: 617-495-1551
The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/prospective_students/admissions.php
Phone: 617-495-5315
admiss@fas.harvard.edu
Division of Continuing Education
http://www.dce.harvard.edu/
Phone: 617-495-4024
webmaster@hudce.harvard.edu
4. How can I find contact information for an FAS student, faculty or staff member?
You can search for a member of the FAS through this phone directory:
http://www.fas.harvard.edu/fas/directory.shtml
Here is a list of other telephone numbers, to reach members of the Harvard community:
http://www.harvard.edu/siteguide/faqs/faq43.html
Please note that not all students, faculty members, and/or staff members allow their telephone number or email address to be listed in a public directory.
5. What is the Faculty of Arts and Sciences' mailing address?
The mailing address for FAS is:
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
University Hall
Cambridge, MA 02138
6. What is the difference between Harvard College and Harvard University?
Harvard College is a four-year undergraduate program for students seeking a bachelor's degree in the arts or sciences. Harvard University encompasses the College, Harvard's 10 graduate and professional schools, a school of continuing education, as well as research centers, administration, and affiliates.
7. How can I contact someone at Harvard's other schools?
The following web site provides a list of communications offices and contact information where available:
http://www.fas.harvard.edu/home/news_and_events/hucommoffices.html
The Harvard University web site also provides links to the schools:
http://www.harvard.edu/
8. As a member of the media, how can I locate a faculty expert at the FAS, request permission to photograph, or inquire about other matters?
If you would like to locate a faculty expert, please contact:
The FAS Office of Communications, at 617-496-7208 or fascom@fas.harvard.edu.
To request permission to photograph, please read our photo policy:
http://www.fas.harvard.edu/home/news_and_events/picpolicy.html
For all other inquiries, please contact:
The FAS Office of Communications, at 617-496-7208 or fascom@fas.harvard.edu.
9. As a member of the local community, what events, courses, or other resources at Harvard are available to me?
The following web site is a great resource for what is going on in the Harvard community:
http://www.community.harvard.edu/
10. As a Harvard alumnus or alumna, how can I connect with resources for alumni?
The Harvard Alumni Association is the best resource for Harvard Alumni/ae:
http://www.haa.harvard.edu/
