If you apply saying that Harvard is Harvard, you will probably NOT get in. They admit students, not tourists. But, if you clearly and concretely show -- on your applications -- what you really, really want to do as an urban planner (both as a grad student and as a professional later on) AND then how them how Harvard can help you achieve your goals -- then you have a stronger case for admission. The goal then is to: a) First, figure out what it is that YOU really want to do as a student and as a professional (have courses, portfolios, work experiences, grades and ETS scores all back up the path to your goals) b) Then, after doing some research (perhaps by visiting GSD in Cambridge), tell the committee how Harvard can help you achieve your goals. Best of luck!! oohi ashu