Northeastern University

At a glance

Admission rate

5.2%

Total (middle 50%)

1440–1540

Undergraduates

17,326

Setting

City: Large

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Test policy

Test optional Applicants may choose whether to send a score.

Northeastern's Fall 2027 counselor update states it continues to be test-optional; students may apply with or without the SAT or ACT and are not disadvantaged without them. The policy applies to all applicants including international students. (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: admissions.northeastern.edu

SAT scores

Total (middle 50%)

1440–1540

Reading and Writing

710–760

Math

730–780

Average total

1497

ACT composite (middle 50%)

33–35

The middle 50%: a quarter of admitted students who sent scores scored below the first number, a quarter above the second. The total adds up the two sections' ranges, so it's approximate.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Admissions

Accepts

Common App, Coalition with ScoirCommon Application or Coalition Application; non-refundable $75 fee (waived as an Early Decision pre-admission benefit; need-based waivers available).

Application fee

$75

Phone

(617) 373-2000

Source: School's page (admissions.northeastern.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition

$69,289per year

Average net price

$17,850What students who get federal aid pay on average after grants and scholarships, per year.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Outcomes

Graduation rate

91%

First-year retention

97%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$99,371

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: undergraduate certificate, bachelor, master, doctoral, first professional, graduate certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Data by Field of Study