General FAQ

How can I get help with logging in or registering for Alumni.Harvard?

Please see the login help page for help logging in, or the registration help page for help registering.

How can I get help with my Post.Harvard email address?

Please see the email forwarding help page.

I am trying to log in to a Harvard website through the PIN system, but I am denied access.  Why?

Many Harvard websites are only available to current students, faculty and/or staff members.  Please see our site access help page for more information on access to various websites for alumni.

Does Harvard offer an ID card for alumni?

There is no general-purpose ID card for alumni.  However, it is possible to obtain access to many Harvard resources as an alumnus or alumna, including libraries, museums and athletic facilities.  Please see our links and contacts page for more information.

How can I obtain a transcript or grade report?

You can order a transcript through the Registrar's office of the school you attended.  Please see our links and contacts page for more information.

How can I verify that a person attended Harvard?

You can verify a person's Harvard attendance by contacting the Registrar's office of the school that they attended.  Please see our links and contacts page for contact information.

I have lost my Harvard diploma.  Can I order a replacement?

Replacement diplomas can be ordered through the Registrar's office of the school you attended.  Please see our links and contacts page for contact information.

What job and career resources are available for alumni?

The Crimson Compass career advising network is available to all Harvard alumni. Using Crimson Compass, you can search for fellow alumni who have volunteered to serve as career advisors.  In addition, the career service offices offer a variety of resources to alumni and current students.  Please see our links and contacts page for contacts at the career service offices.

How can I post a job for Harvard alumni?

The career service offices maintain job boards for students and alumni.  Please see our links and contacts page for contacts at the career service offices.

How can I advertise or promote my services to alumni?

Harvard Magazine, Harvard's bi-monthly alumni magazine, accepts advertisements in a variety of formats.  Please see our links and contacts page for contacts at Harvard Magazine.

Can the HAA help to get me or my child admitted to Harvard?

All admissions decisions are made by the admissions office.  If you are an alumnus/alumna, you or your child can indicate this as part of the application process.  Please see the admissions website for more information on applying to Harvard.

Still need help?  Contact the Help Desk for assistance.