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Northeastern University

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is known for its experiential learning model, impactful research, deep partnerships, and international reach. From day one, they have pioneered innovative teaching and research methods emphasizing experience and engagement with the world. Today, Northeastern’s signature approach erases traditional boundaries and empowers students, faculty, alumni, partners, and innovators to solve problems and achieve results.

United States, Boston
The main campus in Boston is located in the city center
Acceptance Rate - 6%
Number of students - over 40 000 Number of students - over 40 000
International students - around 50% International students - around 50%
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#8 in the US for Graduate Career Support Services Princeton Review 2023
#1 Boston is the best College City in the USA QS Best Student Cities 2023
#11 in the US for International Business Program U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings, 2024
#31 in the USA for Pharmacy Program U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2023
#33 in the US for Engineering Program U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2023
#34 in the US for Entrepreneurship Program U.S. News Best Colleges 2024
#396 in world university rankings QS World University Rankings 2025

Quick Facts

The main campus in Boston is located in the city center The main campus in Boston is located in the city center
Acceptance Rate - 6% Acceptance Rate - 6%
Number of students - over 40 000 Number of students - over 40 000
International students - around 50% International students - around 50%

About University

Founded by the Young Men's Christian Association of Boston as an all-male institution, it became Northeastern College in 1916 and received university status in 1922. With more than 38,000 students, Northeastern University is the largest university in Massachusetts by enrollment. The university has a unique system of 13 campuses, 49 alumni communities, and over 3,500 employer partners,  joined together into a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

D'Amore-McKim School of Business (D’Amore-McKim)

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College of Arts, Media & Design (CAMD)

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College of Science (COS)

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College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH)

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Bouve College of Health Sciences (Bouvé)

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Combined Majors

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Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 01 Jan, 2026
Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 01 Jan, 2025

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

4.2

Motivation Letter Required
Recommendation Letter Required

Standardized Tests

SAT
Overall Score

1480

English Language Level

IELTS

7

TOEFL iBT

99

Pearson PTE

68

Duolingo

130

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Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$64,990/year
Includes academic materials
On-campus living expenses (per year)
$11,054/year
On-campus food expenses (per year)
$8,600/year
Other university fees (per year)
$1,256/year
Other expenses (transportation, books and personal expenses) (per year)
$2,800/year
Scholarships
• Student Employment and Assistantships • The Ujima Global Leaders Program • External scholarships • International Scholars Award • John Martinson Honors Program - Joseph A. Coolidge Award • RaiseMe Scholarship • Torch Scholars Program • John Martinson Honors Program - Global Support Fund • John Martinson Honors Program - Amelia Peabody Scholarship • John Martinson Honors Program - George Alden Trust Scholarship • Dean’s Scholarship • Stamps Scholarship

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Snell Library

World-class facility

• Student houses

World-class facility

• University sports

World-class facility