Perks

Below are a few discounts, memberships, and services you can receive as an HGSE Student.

Memberships

Harvard University Library Resources

The extraordinary Harvard University Library resources and serves are an important research tool for Harvard's current students who hold Harvard IDs and PINs. The site also provides practical information on each of the more than 70 libraries that form the Harvard system.

Harvard University Innovation Lab

The Harvard i-lab is the central component of the Harvard Innovation Labs, a cross-disciplinary ecosystem for the Harvard community to explore innovation and entrepreneurship. It consists of the i-lab for current Harvard students and the Life Lab, a wet lab for student- and faculty-led life science ventures. The i-lab provides resources including advising and supportive community to help Harvard students move their startup ideas forward. 

Harvard Federal Credit Union (HFCU)

As a member of the Harvard community, you are eligible to join the not-for-profit financial cooperative, democratically owned and operated on-campus by Harvard employees. HGSE students are welcome to join, as are members of their families, and memberships are good for life – long after leaving Harvard. Learn more about personal finance education and banking services, and join on harvardfcu.org.

Discounts

Campus Museums

Harvard maintains a directory of campus museums, all of which offer free admission with a Harvard ID, plus one guest.

Outings and Innings

Enjoy discounts of up to 50% on tickets to movies, museums and seasonal attractions through Harvard Outings & Innings (O&I). *Harvard University ID number is required.

MBTA Passes by Semester

Students are able to purchase a four-month supply of train/bus passes at a reduced rate provided by the MBTA.

Services

Student Business Cards

HGSE students can purchase business cards online with the HGSE name and shield in blocks of 250, 500, or 1,000 through our partner Fenway Print

SOS International Travel Assistance

Any students, faculty and staff traveling on University business or for a University-related activity is eligible for the I-SOS services, as well as immediate family members. This program is particularly helpful in the event of illness or an emergency while traveling, or if evacuation is necessary from a country. You must register for the program before traveling abroad. More information can be found at SOS International Travel Assistance.