Committee on Higher Degrees

Guide last updated: Fall 2016

Most of the info is still relevant, but please check GSAS and SEAS sites for up-to-date specifics.

The Committee on Higher Degrees (CHD) is responsible for overseeing all graduate degree programs of students in SEAS. It is a body comprised of faculty from across the School. For more information, visit: https://www.seas.harvard.edu/academics/graduate/committee-on-higher-degrees

The CHD Policies outline the requirements for the SM and PhD programs. It is a valuable resource, and we recommend taking a look at it to familiarize yourself with the requirements of your program.