On account of wisdom and history, Harvard University is considered as the most prestigious educational institution with a large number of enrolled students. Established in 1636, Harvard University is one of the oldest and is among the top institutions across the world not just in the United States. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts it is a private research university having around 6,800 undergraduates and 15,500 postgraduate students. Earlier in ancient days, it was primarily for the congregational clergy and later it became popular with the active participation of students. During the period of the 18th and 19th century, it became more secularized and emerged as the bright educational platform. Being located outside Boston in Cambridge, Harvard is made up of 13 small institutions. The linking top-ranked schools from Harvard University include a Business School, a Medical School, an Engineering & Applied Sciences School, and a Law School. Harvard University was also a founding member of the Association of American Universities in the year 1900. The Harvard Corporation and Board of Overseers govern the entire functionality of Harvard University and also decide its policies. Though it is a very selective university, getting admission is not that tough.