Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
5.65%
SAT Average
1,505
ACT Range
33-35
Northeastern University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 5.65%. This means approximately 57 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 15,719 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
5.65%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $63,141 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,141 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $81,353 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $32,116 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 12.34% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 28.34% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northeastern University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$63,141
Room and board
$18,790
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,800
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$81,353
Average net price
$32,116
Average aid coverage
61%
$49,237 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northeastern University pays approximately $32,116 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northeastern University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Northeastern University net price
$32,116
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Northeastern University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $63,141 and average net price at $32,116. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$63,141
Current net price
$32,116
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
90.38%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$92,538
Undergraduates
15,719
10-Year Median Earnings - Northeastern University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northeastern University graduates earn about 2.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northeastern University?
Undergraduates
15,719
Completion rate
90.38%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
12.34%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
28.34%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 12.34% of Northeastern University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 28.34% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northeastern University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northeastern University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northeastern University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northeastern University is listed at 360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115-5005. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Northeastern University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | 5.65% | $63,141 | $32,116 | $92,538 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeastern University's acceptance rate?
Northeastern University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 5.65%.
How much is Northeastern University tuition?
Northeastern University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $63,141.
What is Northeastern University's average net price?
Northeastern University's average net price in the local dataset is $32,116.
What does Northeastern University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $5,900 for Northeastern University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Northeastern University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $92,538 for Northeastern University.
Is Northeastern University accredited?
Northeastern University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Northeastern University?
The local dataset lists 15,719 undergraduate students at Northeastern University.
What percentage of Northeastern University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northeastern University in the local dataset is 12.34%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northeastern University?
The federal loan rate for Northeastern University in the local dataset is 28.34%.
Where should I verify Northeastern University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northeastern University or the latest official federal education data.