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Northeastern University, established in 1898, is a private research university famous for its hands-on learning approach, impactful research, and global connections. The university focuses on new teaching methods and research that offer students a top-notch educational experience.
Based on an unofficial source, Northeastern University ranks #54 among National Universities, #104 in Best Value Schools, and #35 for Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and is part of the Boston Consortium for Higher Education. Additionally, it is recognized as an R1 Doctoral University, indicating very high research activity.
As per the Northeastern University enrollment data for 2023-2024, there are more than 38,000 students studying at the university. Of these, over 21,000 are undergraduate students and more than 17,000 are graduate students. This gives Northeastern University an acceptance rate of 7%. International students can find the NU enrollment details for fall 2023-2024 below:
| Particulars | Statistics 2023-2024 |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 38,760 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 21,330 |
| Graduate Enrollment | 17,430 |
| Acceptance Rate | 6% |
Northeastern University had more than 21,000 applications from undergraduate students of different backgrounds. Out of 21,330 students, there were 3,003 international students. The majority of students were from backgrounds such as White, non-Hispanic; Nonresident aliens; and Hispanic, Latino, which were more than other groups. Below is the breakdown of students from various ethnicities and races at Northeastern University:
| Race/ Ethnicity | Degree-Seeking First-Time First Year | Degree-Seeking Undergraduates (include first-time first-year) | Total Undergraduates (both degree- and non-degree-seeking) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident aliens | 327 | 2,893 | 3,003 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 354 | 2,358 | 2,361 |
| Black or African American, non-Hispanic | 214 | 1,093 | 1,094 |
| White, non-Hispanic | 1,003 | 8,789 | 8,803 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Asian, non-Hispanic | 620 | 4,429 | 4,433 |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic | 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Two or more races, non-Hispanic | 199 | 1,393 | 1,395 |
| Race and/or ethnicity unknown | 23 | 208 | 219 |
| TOTAL | 2,744 | 21,185 | 21,330 |
Northeastern University's enrollment data shows that the acceptance rate has dropped significantly compared to last year. In recent years, the acceptance rate was between 18% and 20%, but now it has fallen to just 5.2%. On the other hand, the number of applications has increased. Previously, there were between 62,000 and 75,000 applications, and now it has risen to over 98,000. International students can find the table below for Northeastern University's enrollment and acceptance rate data over the years:
| Particulars | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 98,373 | 96,327 | 91,086 | 75,244 | 64,459 | 62,263 |
| Admits | 5,115 | 5,459 | 6,179 | 13,829 | 13,199 | 11,240 |
| Admit rate | 5.2% | 5.6% | 6.7% | 18% | 20% | 18% |
| Enrolled | ~2,600 | 2,738 | 2,620 | 4,504 | 3,128 | 2,996 |
Northeastern University does not allow students to skip standardized test scores, meaning that submitting these scores is necessary. To improve their chances of being accepted, students need to provide their SAT and ACT scores when applying. Below are the minimum required scores for the ACT and SAT at Northeastern University:
| Particulars | Minimum score required |
|---|---|
| SAT | Between 1490 and 1540 |
| ACT | Between 33 and 35 |
| GPA | 3 on a scale of 4 |
| University City | Boston, Massachusetts, USA |
|---|---|
| Size of city | Medium |
| Population of City | 6,85,094 |
