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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.northeastern.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Northeaster
Northeastern University is a private research university located in Boston, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1898 and is known for its coeducational undergraduate and graduate programs. The university offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including business, engineering, computer science, and the arts. Northeastern is also recognized for its strong emphasis on experiential learning and its diverse student body.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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Live portal snapshot
Outlook #100 · 2023QS World #142 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai #150 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
6/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Cold snowy winters
Living costs: High — student housing competitive
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Career Outcomes
$31,667 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 2/10
Popular fields
Data ScienceMechanical EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceCreative WritingPublic HealthEducationPsychologyBusiness Administration
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Student Life
19,000 students (3,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Boston, United States
Climate: Cold snowy winters
High — student housing competitive
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 33%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 33%
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💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school