President of Harvard University

The president of Harvard University is the chief administrator of Harvard University and the ex officio president of the Harvard Corporation. Each is appointed by and is responsible to the other members of that body, who delegate to the president the day-to-day running of the university.

Originally the President of Harvard College, the post-holder's title changed in 1780, when the Constitution of Massachusetts recognized Harvard College as a university.

Harvard's current president is Alan Garber, who took office on January 2, 2024, following the resignation of Claudine Gay. In December 2025, the Harvard Corporation announced his term would be extended indefinitely.