At a glance
Average net price
$30,915
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
90.5%
Admission rate
5%
Undergrad size
17,326
In-state tuition
$66,162
Out-of-state tuition
$66,162
Cost of attendance
$84,641
Median earnings (10y)
$92,538
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,497
- ACT midpoint
- 34
- Retention
- 96.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (48%), business (23%), social sciences (12%).
- STEM48%
- Health8%
- Business23%
- Humanities & arts8%
- Social sciences12%
- Trades & services2%
- Business22.5%~3,898 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering17.5%~3,041 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science15.8%~2,746 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.0%~1,736 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences8.4%~1,459 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,308 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology3.4%~580 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication3.3%~570 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~374 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.0%~347 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~260 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~253 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture1.2%~206 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~170 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.5%~80 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.4%~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal0.1%~21 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.1%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~3 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 1,915 | $65,358 | $24,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 1,488 | $98,777 | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Master's | 1,350 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 1,041 | $95,288 | $23,001 |
| Engineering, Other. | Master's | 633 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 506 | $69,867 | $25,893 |
| Engineering, General. | Master's | 438 | — | — |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | First professional | 394 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 343 | $105,065 | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 329 | $56,668 | $24,500 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 326 | $75,179 | — |
| Engineering, Other. | Bachelor's | 319 | — | $22,512 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 310 | $109,425 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 295 | $41,623 | $28,607 |
| Biotechnology. | Master's | 279 | $79,825 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 267 | $48,567 | $23,250 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Master's | 266 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 262 | $43,916 | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 262 | $45,238 | $22,579 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Master's | 247 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 246 | $88,529 | $25,005 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 242 | $33,969 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 228 | $69,253 | $31,000 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 221 | $77,157 | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 212 | $35,413 | $26,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 210 | $69,307 | $27,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 192 | $85,450 | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 192 | $61,027 | $25,729 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 185 | $69,279 | $24,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 182 | $70,005 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 175 | $77,708 | $24,835 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 174 | $69,773 | $21,750 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 170 | $48,487 | $23,250 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 158 | $69,715 | — |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor's | 150 | $69,499 | $25,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 149 | — | — |
| Industrial Engineering. | Master's | 143 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 140 | $55,914 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 134 | $42,990 | $23,430 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 132 | $44,672 | $22,809 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Northeastern University
Northeastern University is a very large institution located in Boston, Massachusetts, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 17,326 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Engineering, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Northeastern University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,915 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $66,162 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $84,641 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 90.5%, a strong completion outcome. 96.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $92,538 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Northeastern University confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Engineering, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (48% of credentials), business (23% of credentials), social sciences (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Northeastern University accepts 5% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,497. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 34.
Location & campus
Set in Boston, Massachusetts (city), Northeastern University draws students from across Massachusetts and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Northeastern University
Q.How much does Northeastern University cost?
The average net price at Northeastern University is $30,915 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $84,641.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Northeastern University?
Northeastern University has a 6-year graduation rate of 90.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Northeastern University?
Northeastern University admits 5% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Northeastern University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Northeastern University graduate earns $92,538 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Northeastern University?
Published tuition is $66,162 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Northeastern University located?
Northeastern University is located in Boston, Massachusetts (ZIP 02115).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Northeastern University at their official website.