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Northeastern is found in Boston, Massachusetts. Boston is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Northeastern.
The school is known for its programs in engineering.
Admission to Northeastern is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 47% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 560. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 580 and 670. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Northeastern has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 22,604 in 2005 at Northeastern.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Northeastern offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Northeastern values student athletics, and belongs to the Atlantic 10 Conference and Colonial Athletic Association.
More complete details are provided below.
Northeastern University
360 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115
General Phone: (617) 373-2000
Admissions Phone: (617) 373-2200
Financial Aid Phone: (617) 373-3190
http://www.northeastern.edu
Northeastern awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 1,322 | finance, business, marketing, accounting, MIS, business management, international business, entrepreneurship, ... |
| Engineering | 457 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, chemical engineering, various engineering courses, operations research, geotechnical engineering, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 449 | school psychology, physical therapy, psychology, counseling psychology, organizational psychology, social psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 446 | political science, sociology, English, economics, international relations, history, liberal arts and sciences, American Sign Language, ... |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 250 | computer and info science, computer engineering, information science, computer networking, data processing tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 229 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration, criminal justice and police, security and loss prevention, corrections and criminal justice, forensic science, corrections |
| Law | 203 | law, legal professions |
| Media | 199 | communication studies, journalism, mass communication |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 161 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, various nursing, nursing administration, mental health nursing, critical care nursing, EMT paramedic, community nurse |
| Science | 148 | biology, chemistry, physics, bioinformatics, biotechnology, toxicology, biochemistry, geology, ... |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 142 | speech pathology, audiology and speech pathology, physician assistant, health diagnostic professions, perfusion tech, audiology, clinical lab tech, dental hygienist, ... |
| Engineering Technician | 134 | computer engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, manufacturing tech, environmental control tech, surveying tech, computer tech courses, aerospace engineering tech, ... |
| Medicine | 120 | pharmacy, neuroscience, pharmaceutics and drug design, health professions, pharmaceutical chemistry, clinical/hospital pharmacy |
| Education And Teaching | 58 | college student counseling, special ed, education, secondary teaching, elementary school teaching, early childhood education, educational statistics, curriculum and instruction, ... |
| Music | 57 | music |
| Design | 45 | design and visual communication, graphic design |
| Architecture And Planning | 43 | architecture |
| Family And Social Work | 40 | human services, public administration, public policy analysis |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 25 | athletic trainer, exercise science, recreational therapy |
| Fine Arts | 23 | art history and criticism |
| Mathematics | 16 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 14 | drama |
| Art Studies | 11 | art studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | philosophy |
| Medical Adminstration | 7 | health and medical administrative, medical records admin |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental studies |
| Hospitality | 0 | hotel management |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 0 | chemical tech |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 0 | film studies |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 0 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for Northeastern in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,898 | 93 |
| Master's degree | 1,213 | 81 |
| First-professional degree | 266 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 130 | 34 |
| Doctor's degree | 79 | 25 |
| Post-master's certificate | 24 | 16 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 8 |
In 2005, Northeastern had a total enrollment of 22,604 students (19,552 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 81% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 51% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 26% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 34% |
| New York | 17% |
| Connecticut | 10% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| New Hampshire | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 4% |
| Rhode Island | 3% |
| Maine | 3% |
| California | 2% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
Northeastern offers campus housing for 7,446 of its 19,552 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Boston, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 25,467 | 11,958 | 47% | 2,831 | 24% |
| Men | 11,149 | 5,425 | 49% | 1,416 | 26% |
| Women | 14,318 | 6,533 | 46% | 1,415 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 560 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 670 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (617) 373-2200
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,644 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,644 |
| Room and board | $ 10,180 |
| Room charge | $ 5,620 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,930 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
Northeastern participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 219900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (617) 373-3190
Northeastern has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 352 | 114 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 84 | 55 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 101 | 133 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 27 | $135,219 | 7 | $96,639 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 22 | $103,008 | 12 | $97,275 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $61,167 | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 22 | $63,958 | 36 | $59,592 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 75 | $101,169 | 56 | $72,513 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 172 | $114,161 | 45 | $110,569 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 149 | $82,043 | 62 | $79,707 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 71 | $71,601 | 50 | $68,215 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 41 | $44,328 | 37 | $36,913 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 26 | $67,447 | 50 | $51,103 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 459 | $88,268 | 244 | $70,693 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Basketball | Colonial Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Colonial Athletic Association |
| Track | Colonial Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 169 | 155 | 324 |
| Football | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| Track | 16 | 21 | 37 |
| Basketball | 14 | 17 | 31 |
| Baseball | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| All Other Sports | 47 | 117 | 164 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
Taxation
Transportation/Transportation Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Educational Statistics and Research Methods
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physics Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Geotechnical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Operations Research
Structural Engineering
Transportation and Highway Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, Other
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American Sign Language (ASL)
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Technical and Business Writing
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Hematology Technology/Technician
Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist
Physician Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Clinical, Hospital, and Managed Care Pharmacy (MS, PhD)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MS, PhD)
Neuroscience
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (MS, PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Critical Care Nursing
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
Toxicology
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
Security and Loss Prevention Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
Social Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northeastern Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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