The Harvard University is one of the leading universities in the world devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. Harvard faculty is engaged with teaching and research to push the boundaries of human knowledge. This university was established in 1636 and is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States as well as located in the center of the city and a very beautiful location. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education.