Northeastern University

Northeastern University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Boston, MA. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at R1 University comparison page.
The Northeastern's 2024 tuition & fees is $63,141 for the academic year 2023-2024. 67% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $33,757.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 30,013 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
Northeastern ranked 33rd in National Universities and 8th in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Northeastern University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Northeastern University is $63,141. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $28,100.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $66,234 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $29,235.
Undergraduate$63,141
Graduate$28,100
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
Undergraduate$66,234
Graduate$29,235
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Northeastern University is 6.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 50.00%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,500.
The average graduation rate is 91%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 30,013 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 Northeastern Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »6.00% Acceptance Rate / 50.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,500 SAT / 34 ACT
Graduation Rate »91%
Transfer-out Rate3%
Retention Rate97%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.25% (16 to 1)
Student Population »30,013 (16,302 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$33,757

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

Northeastern University has a law school. You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.

On-Campus Students Services

Northeastern University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country.
Special Learning Opportunities at Northeastern
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationNo
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Northeastern University Directory Information

Address360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115-5005
Phone617-373-2000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
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Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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