Harvard Kennedy School Campus

Harvard Kennedy School is situated on the banks of the Charles River in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Our campus's buildings house all academic programs as well as research centers and administrative offices. There are several Executive Education classrooms along with space for group work, breakout sessions, meals, and receptions.

Harvard Kennedy School Campus

The additional resources of Harvard University, which has 10 professional schools and the world's largest university library system, are located within walking distance.

Our campus also provides easy access to a wealth of activities in Cambridge and Boston, from restaurants, museums, and historical sites to shopping, theatre, and sporting events. Our campus also provides easy access to a wealth of activities in Cambridge and Boston, from restaurants, museums, and historical sites to shopping, theatre, and sporting events.

Housing Information

Most Executive Education programs include housing in the program fee (please view individual program webpages for details). Participants are typically housed at the DoubleTree Suites, a Harvard-owned property overlooking the Charles River in Boston, Massachusetts. The hotel is located about a mile from Harvard Kennedy School, and shuttle service to and from classes will be available.

The DoubleTree Suites features two-room suites along with flexible shared spaces for socializing, studying, group project time, and dining. Its collaborative environment is a key element in the Executive Education experience.

Please see Housing FAQs for more information.

Beyond the Classroom

What you learn in the classroom during your executive program is only the beginning. Harvard Kennedy School regularly hosts thought-provoking forums, discussions, debates, and lectures exploring a range of international and domestic issues. Executive Education participants are welcome to attend many of these events.

In addition, you will find countless opportunities to immerse yourself in intellectual and cultural activities throughout the greater Harvard campus.

JFK Jr. Forum

The Institute of Politics at Harvard University serves as the bridge between the school and the world of elective politics, bringing to campus leading political figures from the United States and abroad.