10 Interesting Facts about Northeastern University
- Northeastern University (NU) is a private research university located in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
- NU was founded in 1898 as the Evening Institute for Younger Men and became a university in 1922.
- The university offers over 150 undergraduate and graduate programs, including fields such as business, engineering, health sciences, computer science, and more.
- NU is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
- The university has an enrollment of approximately 21,000 students, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1.
- NU has a diverse student population, with students from over 140 countries and all 50 states.
- The university has a variety of student support services, including academic advising, tutoring, career services, and counseling.
- NU is a research-focused institution, with several research centers and institutes dedicated to fields such as health, sustainability, and cybersecurity.
- The university has a strong commitment to experiential learning and offers several programs and opportunities for students to gain real-world experience, such as co-op programs and study abroad programs.
- NU has a vibrant campus life, with a variety of student-led clubs and organizations, Division I athletic teams, and a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Admission
Acceptance Rate
20%
| SAT Range | 1410-1540 |
| ACT Range | 33-35 |
| Application Fee | $75 |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| Accepts Common App | Yes |
Tuition & Fee
| Program | Per Term |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | $29,550 |
| Per Summer I or Summer II Session | $14,775 |
| Per-credit Hour Rate (see overload and reduced load policy) | $1,847 |
| N.U.in Fall Semester Programs | $37,750 |
| NU Immerse Program | $22,950 |
| Foundation Year | $19,780 |
| Study Abroad (for additional information around costs and programs, visit the GEO website) | $29,550 |
| Dialogue of Civilizations (for additional information around costs and programs, visit the GEO website) | $14,775 |
| 6th Year PharmD (effective summer term 2021) | $15,395 |
| 6th Year Physical Therapy (effective summer term 2021) | $13,395 |
| Accelerated BSN | $1,220 (per credit hour) |
All programs
Accounting
Architecture
Art
Asian Studies
Behavioral Neuroscience
Biochemistry
Biology
Biology, Marine
Business Administration
Chemistry
Communication Studies
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Economics
Education (combined major only)
Engineering
English
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Environmental Geology (combined majors only)
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Game Design
Geology (combined majors only)
Design
Health Science
History
Human Services
Information Science
International Affairs
International Business
Jewish Studies
Journalism
Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Languages, Spanish
Linguistics
Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Mathematics
Media and Screen Studies
Media Arts
Music
Nursing
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy
Philosophy
Physical Therapy
Physics
Physics, Biomedical
Political Science
Psychology
Rehabilitation Studies
Religious Studies
Sign Language, American
Sociology
Studio Art
Supply Chain Management
Theatre
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
15,131 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
25
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