Universities/MA/Northeastern University

Northeastern University

Boston, MA · Private Nonprofit · 17,326 students

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$93k

Median earnings 10 years
after starting college

5%Acceptance Rate

91%Graduation Rate

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Acceptance Rate

5.2%

Most Selective (Ivy League tier)

Out of every 100 applicants, approximately 5 are admitted

Most Selective (0%)Open Admission (100%)

Admitted Student Profile

Average SAT Score

Combined (Math + Reading)

1497

80012001600

ACT Midpoint Score

Middle 50% of admitted students

11836

Student Body

17,326

Total Students

Undergraduates

5.2%

Acceptance Rate

Of applicants admitted

19%

First-Gen Students

First in family to attend college

12%

Pell Grant Students

Receiving federal need-based aid

Northeastern University — Admissions

Northeastern University has an acceptance rate of 5.2%, making it one of the most selective universities in the United States — fewer than 1 in 10 applicants are admitted.

Competitive applicants typically have an SAT score around 1497 or an ACT score around 34. Strong academics, extracurriculars, and essays are key components of a competitive application.

12% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that the university serves a significant proportion of students from lower-income backgrounds.

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