University Finances
Reporting on Harvard’s budget, endowment, and financial strategy.
Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil
The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide.
Harvard fundraising holds steady at $596 million
Despite the economic turmoil, philanthropy remains nearly level, and the number of donors rises.
Columbia's endowment returns best Harvard's
The New York Ivy's endowment strategy yields a stronger result than Harvard's.
President Drew Faust on Harvard
President Faust on the state of the University, with the financial crisis now in the rearview mirror.
Harvard endowment rises 11 percent
Harvard Management Company reports positive results, following the sharp decline in fiscal year 2009.
Faculty retirements, a HUCTW contract, and hospital aid to Harvard Med School
Waiting to hear about faculty retirements; a new HUCTW contract; and a cash infusion for the Medical School from its affiliated hospitals
Harvard and union reach new contract
A two-year contract would increase staff members' compensation.
Moody's explains Harvard and university financial crises
How high-return endowment policies and increased debt led to liquidity crises--at Harvard and elsewhere
Harvard Management Company compensation, investments
Harvard Management Company refines its compensation system, and aims to gain more advantageous terms for assets managed externally.
Harvard arts and science budget cuts
The Arts and Sciences dean explains steps toward budget balance in fiscal year 2012--and concerns from financial aid to deferred capital projects.
On Harvard governance and management
On University governance and management