Global research university pioneering experiential learning with 38,000+ students across 14 campuses worldwide.
Northeastern offers 371 undergraduate majors (including 304 combined majors) and 39 PhD programs across 10 colleges and schools. The university emphasizes experiential learning through its signature cooperative education program, launched in 1909 as the second co-op program in the U.S. All students must meet the co-op requirement through employment, research, or study abroad; 96% participate in at least one co-op placement. Academics integrate classroom study with real-world experience, student research, service learning, and global opportunities across the university's 14-campus system.
The main Boston campus spans 73 acres along Huntington and Columbus Avenues near Fenway–Kenmore and Roxbury. Northeastern maintains satellite campuses in Arlington VA, Burlington MA, Charlotte NC, London, Miami, Nahant MA, Oakland CA, Portland ME, Seattle WA, Silicon Valley CA, Toronto, and Vancouver. The Northeastern Huskies compete in NCAA Division I (CAA) across 18 varsity sports, with men's and women's hockey in Hockey East. Students enjoy 55 intramural sports, 64 club teams, and active Greek life. The university provides on-campus housing, dining, libraries, and modern research facilities including the Interdisciplinary Science & Engineering Complex.
Undergraduate admissions deadlines include Early Decision I (November 1), Early Action (November 1), Early Decision II (January 1), and Regular Decision (January 1). Applicants use Common or Coalition apps and submit required materials. Graduate and doctoral programs are offered across the global campus system. The university meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for undergraduates (since 2015–16). Over 70% of first-year students receive financial aid including merit scholarships and need-based grants. Average annual net price is $28,521 (2024–25).
Northeastern graduates achieve strong employment outcomes: 97% are employed full-time or enrolled in graduate school within nine months (multiyear average since 2006); 93% of undergraduates and 95.3% of graduate students are employed or pursuing further education within six months of graduation. The university is classified as R1 (Very high research activity) and has doubled external research funding in the past five years. Northeastern maintains 3,900+ employer partnerships and 49 alumni communities globally, supporting continued professional development and networking.