Founded in 1636, Harvard University is the oldest institute higher learning in the United States. Harvard is regularly ranked as the top school in the US and is one of the most competitive schools in the world. Because of this élite status, Harvard is synonymous with excellence. You'll look excellent, too, in this vintage senior class knit sweater from 1938 in classic Crimson color, in great condition. Notable graduates from 38 include: President of Swarthmore College Courtney Craig Smith, Harvard Professor Benjamin Schwartz, and U.S. Commissioner of Education Francis Keppel.