Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Online | northeastern.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Northeastern University, established in 1898, is a private research institution situated in Boston, Massachusetts, offering students an urban campus experience in a major city. The university is recognized for its co-operative education program that integrates classroom study with professional experience on seven continents. With a diverse array of undergraduate majors, Northeastern is particularly renowned for its programs in business, engineering, and health sciences. Northeastern's campus exhibits contemporary architecture with facilities designed for innovative research and student engagement. The university provides on-campus housing options to accommodate a significant portion of its student body. Academically, Northeastern is competitive, with a highly selective application process. While not primarily known for its athletic programs, the university competes in Division I as the Northeastern Huskies in the Colonial Athletic Association.
In the most recent statistical year 91,000 prospective students applied, and 6,191 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,519 enrolled in the school. 28,848 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,165 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $59,100 plus fees of $1,092. Northeastern is ranked 130 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
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
Rankings for Northeastern University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#130 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#106 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#16 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#196 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1440/1550 |
| ACT | 33/35 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.91 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| 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 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Communication | 6% |
Other Colleges to Consider
Students considering Northeastern are frequently interested in these similar colleges.
Questions and Answers
CollegeSimply Advisor posts about Northeastern University.
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167358 IPEDS survey data for Northeastern University.
Current students may use the Northeastern University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024