Northeastern University is a global research university founded in Boston in 1898, with a Vancouver location offering graduate programs.
Northeastern University was founded in Boston in 1898 and describes itself as a global research university. It is known for experiential learning, which integrates classroom study with professional experience. The university's core values include contribution, diversity, integrity, engagement, and opportunity. Its Vancouver campus is located at 1400 - 410 West Georgia St., Vancouver, BC V6B 1Z3, Canada, in downtown Vancouver.
The Vancouver location offers six graduate degrees that can be taken on location or online, offered in online and hybrid formats. Northeastern also offers more than 70 dedicated online degree programs available to anyone in Canada. The Align Master of Science in Computer Science helps students across disciplines transition into computer science, regardless of their background and bachelor's degree.
Northeastern has university-wide research institutes and more than 30 research centers, where the university invites partners to work with faculty. The university is described as a global research university powered by experiential learning.
Northeastern is ranked #1 in co-op and internships in the U.S. and is ranked 39 among U.S. colleges and universities by U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges. Its network extends to more than 3,800 employers and 330,000 alumni across seven continents.