The Visitor Center is located on the first floor of West Village F. For GPS driving instructions, please use 40 Leon Street, Boston, MA 02115. If you choose to utilize public transit, Northeastern is easily accessible via Ruggles Station (Orange Line) and Northeastern University Station (Green Line E). More information about how to use the MBTA can be found here. If you are using a rideshare provider such as Uber or Lyft, we recommend entering 40 Leon Street as your destination.For more information about arrival, parking, and what to expect from your visit to campus, click here.
Class or overnight visits are not offered for prospective students. We encourage students to register for an in-person or virtual information session to learn more about our academics, experiential learning opportunities, and life as a husky.
Northeastern admissions staff travel across the country, around the world, and within our own backyard to meet with prospective students and families at secondary schools. We also offer a robust amount of virtual programming so you can connect with us from anywhere. We encourage you to join our mailing list for news on the latest opportunities for prospective students to connect with our admissions team.
The process begins and ends with the Common Application or the Coalition Application (Northeastern accepts both). When you create an account, you will need to select Northeastern as one of the schools you are applying to. Then, complete and submit your application online through the Application portal.
A detailed list of what is necessary, whether you are a high school, transfer, or international student, can be found on our application information page.
Northeastern University is test-optional for the foreseeable future and does not require applicants to submit standardized testing to be considered for admission. For more information, visit our application information page.
The deadline for Early Decision I and Early Action applications is November 1 , and Early Decision II is January 1 .
Students are recommended, at minimum, to complete four years of English, two years of history, two years of the same foreign language, three years of science, and three years of math. Our most competitive applicants will have completed four years of all five major subjects, or perhaps dropped one subject as a senior to double up on equally rigorous courses in another subject. Applicants to the College of Engineering must have taken physics, chemistry, and precalculus. That being said, the Admissions Committee evaluates the student within the context of their school and what their school offers — this means that if a school has different graduation requirements, it’s fine if the number of courses does not match the recommended courses above.
Students studying in international high schools have all the same requirements as domestic applicants.
Further information is provided on the International Student Admissions page regarding the requirement and waiver request process.
Please note: Northeastern will not accept results from the IELTS Indicator, TOEFL Essentials, or TOEFL ITP Plus for China. If you have personal questions about English Proficiency, please contact your admissions counselor.
At our Boston campus, Northeastern's Explore Program for undeclared students offers a wide range of academic options and opportunities, including advising support and exploratory programming.For students considering their academic opportunities at our Oakland campus, Discover Oakland embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of the Bay Area, bringing students to the intersection of technology, business, healthcare, and science. Throughout the year, dedicated programming will be offered to provide insight and understanding into the majors available at the Oakland campus and create opportunities to interact with faculty and current students in those fields. Students will also gain insights into industry-related outcomes.
Students applying to the College of Arts, Media and Design can submit a portfolio under their Application Status Check after applying to Northeastern. Applicants are encouraged to complete all forms, including Academic Profile, Media Uploads, and Personal Statement (500-word limit). Please only submit one portfolio. Additional submissions will not be reviewed. Click here for more information and deadlines.
You will receive an email acknowledging your application was received within three business days (which does not include weekends or holidays) of submission. This communication will notify you that your applicant has been received, and that your materials are being processed by our office. Once all your materials have been processed, you will be given a Northeastern ID number (NU ID) and instructions for setting up your Application Status Check account.
This is a required document for transfer students that is available through the Common Application and Coalition Application. This is an offline form that must be completed and submitted by the Registrar's Office or Dean of your current or most recently attended institution.
Once you have applied to Northeastern and your documents have been matched to your account, you will receive an email with your Northeastern University ID number (NU ID) and instructions on how to set up your Application Status Check account. Through the Application Status Check, you will be able to verify your personal information, view the required materials, and check on deadlines.
We know that entire communities have had to change their teaching and learning practices in an instant, and that many people are anxious about how that will impact grades and final exams. Northeastern respects each school district’s pedagogy and will be thoughtful about the impact of COVID-19 as we work with students entering as first-years and as we evaluate students for admission in the coming years.
We fully understand that our prospective students are facing a unique challenge as they are limited in their opportunities for involvement during this time. We will be flexible and understanding of these extenuating circumstances, and they will not be reflected negatively upon the student.
Depending on your student type—whether an Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, or Transfer applicant—the financial aid deadline dates and requirements may vary. Please visit the Student Financial Services website for more information.
Students who are in the top 10-15% of our applicant pool are considered for competitive merit awards, including Dean’s, Connections, and International Scholarships.These scholarship awards up to $28,000 annually. All fall freshman applicants for undergraduate admission to Northeastern are considered.
International students are fully eligible for Northeastern’s merit scholarships. All international students will be automatically considered for and offered merit scholarships, if applicable.Financial need-based aid will be offered to students who are U.S. Citizens, as well as eligible noncitizens, upon completion of the necessary forms. For additional information, visit the Student Financial Services website.
The Northeastern Promise is our commitment to helping students finance their education throughout their entire enrollment. To learn more, visit the Student Financial Services website.
Yes, we meet the full demonstrated financial need for each admitted student eligible for federal financial aid. To learn more, visit the Student Financial Services website.
Depending on your student type—whether an Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Deci sion, or Transfer applicant—the financial aid deadline dates may vary. When we release admission decisions, we will also provide the financial aid award if the student has submitted all required documents.
Yes, we cover full tuition for qualified applicants. For more information, visit the Dolce Center for the Advancement of Veterans and Servicemembers (CAVS) website or email NUVets@northeastern.edu.
New for Fall 2025, Northeastern students admitted to New York City Scholars will begin their journey at the Marymount Manhattan College campus in Manhattan as a cohort of fellow first-year Northeastern students. Located in a vibrant and dynamic neighborhood in NYC, just moments from landmarks such as Central Park and Times Square, the NYC Scholars will have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the cultural and academic heart of New York City. During their first year, students will have access to a variety of cultural institutions, artistic venues, and professional opportunities that define New York City's global influence. In their second year and beyond, NYC Scholars will study on Northeastern's Boston campus and have the opportunity to continue to explore global program offerings.
London Scholars students will spend their first year studying at Northeastern University London, a prestigious, university-level college situated in Devon House in St Katharine Docks, a vibrant and dynamic quarter in central London. Located just a few minutes walk from the Tower of London, one of the UK's most iconic heritage sites, and Tower Bridge, one of the most instantly recognizable structures in the world, St Katharine Docks is steeped in the history of London and the River Thames upon which the city was founded. Northeastern University London's unique global positioning will allow students to amplify their university experience by living, studying, and growing in London. During their second year and beyond, London Scholars will study on Northeastern's Boston campus or continue to explore global program offerings.
The N.U.in Program is Northeastern’s signature first-year experience, rooted in Northeastern’s core belief that students should be engaged citizens of the world. N.U.in students begin their studies at one of our program locations and transition to the Boston campus in January for the second semester. Read more here to find out if the N.U.in is right for you.
Students who were offered admission to an enrollment opportunity other than beginning at the Boston campus and declined the offer, must wait to apply for the next fall academic term.
Early Decision applicants will be bound to their top preference if they are admitted into that program. This is true for all preferences of any of our five enrollment options. For E D applicants who select “open to all opportunities” as their first preference, if admitted will be committed to the enro llment opportunity they are admitted to. ED applicants will not be committed to an enrollment program if they are admitted into a program that was not their top preference—a non-binding decision would be issued. All applicants are asked for their program preferences in the institution specific section of the application. Additional information regarding our enrollment opportunities may be found here.
First year programs include:Transfer credits are available to students who complete AP or IB exams through high school or college-level courses at an accredited institution. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions facilitates the transfer credit evaluation in partnership with the Northeastern academic departments. An up-to-date list of transfer credit policies and equivalencies can be found here.
While the most successful transfer applicants have earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.3 or higher, all applications are reviewed holistically. Our reviews take into account every aspect of an application, including academic performance, academic evaluations and recommendations, a personal statement, and performance on standardized tests (if applicable).
To withdraw from Northeastern, log in to your myNortheastern account and submit the form called “Decline Admission,” which can be found under the Self-Service tab.
Your nonrefundable enrollment deposit as stated by your Terms of Admission must be paid to reserve a place at Northeastern. This secures your enrollment and transition activities. If you are an international student, your enrollment deposit includes the $350 international student fee. This fee covers a variety of services and programs to support international student life on campus. Submit Online: The preferred method, as well as fastest and easiest method, for you to submit your nonrefundable enrollment deposit is to pay online through the Application Status Check. Submit By mail: Please email admissions@northeastern.edu for assistance paying your deposit if you are not able to make your deposit through the Application Status Check.
Your deposit includes both your enrollment and housing deposit, there is no separate cost. Once your deposit has been submitted, you will be able to access your Residence Application and complete your Roommate Compatibility Survey via your Admitted Student portal within 24-48 hours.
Change of major requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. To request a change, log in to your myNortheastern Admitted Student portal and select the “Self-Service” tab. Once there, select the “Change of Major Request” link under “Updates."
In general, students who have paid their deposit may request to defer their enrollment one time for a maximum of one year for reasons such as travel, medical conditions, military obligations, or work. Students may not take any classes for academic credit during the deferral period. Requests are reviewed and granted on a case-by-case basis. Students who are granted a deferral must submit a nonrefundable deferral deposit to secure their place for the future term. Deferral requests must be submitted by June 1 for students admitted to the N.U.in, Global Scholars, or London Scholars Programs and July 1 for students admitted to the fall program. All requests can be submitted through the request link on your Application Status Check. Students admitted to NU Immerse or Foundation Year are not eligible to defer their enrollment.
Without exception, all students must successfully complete their current academic program and submit all final transcripts. High school students must also submit proof of graduation, which is typically found on the final high school transcript. Failure to submit your final high school transcript may impact your financial aid or scholarship award. Failure to successfully complete your current academic program in good standing could result in a decision to rescind your offer of admission. Disciplinary issues that have occurred since admission, at Northeastern’s New Student Orientation programs, during Move-In, or prior to the official start of the semester, must be fully disclosed as part of the terms of admissions. Northeastern reserves the right to rescind your offer of admission or engage in any appropriate disciplinary action related to these issues.