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#16 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

Northeastern University

Boston, Massachusetts

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Overview

Enrollment

30,013
Northeastern University overview
Location Boston, Massachusetts
Online northeastern.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
Northeastern University overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Northeastern University occupies an urban campus in Boston's Fenway and Back Bay neighborhoods, situated adjacent to the Museum of Fine Arts and within walking distance of downtown. Founded in 1898, the institution has transformed from its origins as an evening school into a selective private research university known for its signature cooperative education program, which integrates classroom learning with professional work experience. The campus combines classic Boston brownstones with modern academic facilities across 73 acres, featuring both traditional quad spaces and integrated city blocks. Northeastern is recognized for its programs in business, engineering, computer science, and health sciences, while maintaining a strong emphasis on experiential learning and global engagement through its network of campuses worldwide. Students primarily reside in university housing during their first two years, with many upperclassmen opting to live in Boston's surrounding neighborhoods.

Ratings

8/10

Overall

10/10

Academics

7/10

Resources

8/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

Northeastern is rated within the top 24% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Exceptional
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SAT 1440/1550
ACT 33/35
Estimated GPA 3.91

Applications Accepted

6.8% 
Northeastern University overview
Applications Due Jan 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Extreme
Application Fee $75

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$59,100
Costs for Northeastern University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,092
Room and Board $18,430
Budget for Other Expenses$1,800
Total One Year Cost$81,422

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$69,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

77% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Northeastern University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 25%
Engineering 11%
Health Professions 11%
Social Sciences 9%
Communication 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024