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Northeastern University

#54 National RankTest Flexible📍 Boston

Northeastern University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts, enrolling more than 27,000 students. What truly sets Northeastern apart is its signature co-op program, which integrates academic study with extended, paid work experiences at companies around the world. This hands-on approach allows students to graduate not only with strong academic knowledge but also with real-world professional experience. Academically, Northeastern excels in fields such as business, computer science, engineering, health sciences, and international affairs. Its urban campus is woven directly into the fabric of Boston, giving students access to a vibrant city filled with opportunities for internships, research, and cultural experiences. The student body is energetic, ambitious, and globally minded, often taking advantage of Northeastern’s many study-abroad and global co-op opportunities. With its emphasis on experiential learning, innovation, and career readiness, Northeastern is a university for students who want to be directly engaged with the world while pursuing their degrees.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
94,959
Admitted
3,641
Admit Rate
0.03834286376%
Total Enrolled
2,759
Early Decision
Early Applicants
3,466
Early Admitted
1,492
ED Admit Rate
0.4304673976%
Admits from Early
0.2906682252%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
N/A
Accepted Spot
N/A
Admitted
N/A
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
N/A
Top 10% of Class
0.688%
Top 25% of Class
0.94%
Top 50% of Class
0.998%
Demographics
Men
1,089
Admit Rate: 0.04822156615%
Women
1,667
Admit Rate: 0.05516969077%
Non-International
85.3%
International
14.7%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankImportant
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsNot Considered
Application EssayImportant
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityConsidered
Character/PersonalConsidered
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$67,990
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,990
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$79,000
Mid Career Pay
$130,300
Student Body
Undergrads
15,857
Total Students
29,738