Harvard University, USA. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are the two top universities in the world, and they are often compared. Although these two universities have their own characteristics, there are huge differences between them from different angles. This paper will analyze and compare the two universities from five angles, which can help students understand which school is suitable for them. For most people, Harvard University is one of the best universities in the world. Ranked first in the rankings of USNews and TimesHigherEducation. Harvard University has made great achievements in innovation and leadership in many important disciplines, which has made its reputation recognized worldwide and greatly helped its future career. On the other hand, MIT's reputation in engineering and science is far superior to Harvard University. Although it is the first American university to attach importance to practice and experimental education, it enjoys a high reputation in computer science, artificial intelligence, aerospace, biomedicine and other fields.