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Northeastern University

Boston, Massachusetts · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$78,413

Acceptance Rate

6%

Graduation Rate

91%

Annual Tuition

$63,141

At a Glance

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Total Students

15,719

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Retention Rate

98%

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Faculty Ratio

16

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Financial Aid

28%

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Median Debt

$24,250

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Northeastern University is a private, non-profit institution in Boston with a student body of 15,719. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 5.7% of applicants. It boasts a high graduation rate of 90.8% and a strong retention rate of 97.5%. The annual tuition cost for in-state students is $63,141.

Graduates of Northeastern University experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $74,155, increasing to $78,413 after five years and $92,538 after ten years. The median debt for students is $24,250, and 28.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$74k

1 YEAR

$78k

5 YEARS

$93k

10 YEARS

Top 5% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Northeastern University alumni earn a median salary of $74,155. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $78,413. Ten years after graduation, the median salary for alumni is $92,538. The median debt for students is $24,250, and 28.3% of students receive financial aid.

Northeastern University has a high retention rate of 97.5% and a graduation rate of 90.8%. The university has a very selective admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 5.7%. The in-state tuition is $63,141, and the total student population is 15,719.

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Campus Location

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Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, MA 02115-5005

Northeastern University is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Northeastern University has an acceptance rate of 6%.