When DCE moved entirely online in response to the crisis, the results proved both unexpected and surprising. Enrollment at Harvard Extension School rose by 5%, while Harvard Summer School reported an enrollment increase of 13%. Both DCE units anticipate continued improvements in enrollment despite remaining online this upcoming summer.
Online Takes Off
Dr. Nancy Coleman, Dean of the Division of Continuing Education and University Extension
During the COVID-19 crisis, millions of people found themselves eager for online courses, whether to satisfy a curiosity, broaden one’s learning, or build skills and credentials. The result is booming enrollments in Harvard’s diverse online offerings.
