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      Harvard University reviews

      4.2

      86% would recommend to a friend

      (4,062 total reviews)

      Alan Garber

      82% approve of CEO

      71% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.1

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.1

      Work/Life balance

      4.0

      Culture & values

      4.0

      Career opportunities

      3.8

      Compensation and benefits

      3.6

      Senior management

      Harvard University has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 4,062 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Harvard University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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      4K reviews
      5.0
      Oct 28, 2008

      Great place to work while figuring out the next step.

      Staff assistant
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Being an academic institution, the opportunities to further your education are almost endless. The growth of one's career is somewhat limited. It is a perfect place for someone just out of college and still doesn't know what s/he wants to do for a career...or is switching careers. I was able to take many classes at Harvard's continuing education for a small amount. After several years of service and with management approval, you can take classes at the university itself.

      Cons

      The name 'Harvard' leads to much pretension. The university is so big that you often don't see your direct impact on the world (if that is what you seek).

      3.0
      Oct 18, 2008

      Great university, average employer.

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Respect from outsiders at working for a major university. The benefits are very good, and hours are flexible. I'm able to work at home two days a week, which is nice since I live in New Hampshire. At times it can be a stimulating work environment since many bright, motivated people work here.

      Cons

      Small fish in a big pond. Without a PhD, you're not respected outside your own department. Management has no interest in developing career paths for employees. There's no sense of being part of a larger community and I have no feeling of being connected to Harvard Medical School. Hard work and extra effort are not rewarded -- there's no external motivation to exceed expectations.

      4.0
      Oct 3, 2008

      Go for the benefits, be wary of short career paths.

      Student services
      Recommend
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      Pros

      The benefits, the brand and the smart people are all good reasons to work there. Plus the students are a very fun and challenging constituency to serve. The hours are good, there is flexibility and lots of support for work.family issues.

      Cons

      It is difficult to move around, to get outside of one particular school and move your career to another school within the University. Sometimes the mgt. does not live up to the vision and expections of the school.

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