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Northeastern’s flagship campus builds on Boston’s legacy of innovation. Students tackle some of the world’s most pressing problems alongside expert faculty in our more than 30 federally funded research centers; 3D print models and laser cut projects inside the university’s cutting-edge Snell Library; and apply what they learn in high-tech classrooms to real-world challenges facing local nonprofits, for-profits, and government agencies.

Boston’s Job Market

Home to industry leaders such as Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston Public Schools, State Street, John Hancock, and Vertex, Boston is a hub for healthcare, education, finance, business, biotechnology, and the life sciences.

Health services and education represent the city’s largest sectors. Between January 2015 and January 2016, those two industries alone created a combined 16,900 jobs, according to the  Bureau of Labor Statistics . Another 11,600 careers have emerged in the professional and business services and financial activities sectors since January 2015.

Our graduate degree and certificate programs are aligned with local market needs. By combining academics with hands-on experience, students graduate prepared to tackle the challenges facing Boston’s biggest industries.

Campus Highlights

Groundbreaking research in cutting-edge facilities.

Our more than 30 research centers and institutes include one of only 12 Centers of Excellence funded by the Department of Homeland Security and a Marine Science Center developing robotic technology to detect underwater mines and coastal threats.

Students can pursue their research interests in state-of-the-art facilities, such as the  George J. Kostas Research Institute for Homeland Security , a center dedicated to advancing the development of societal resilience in the face of 21st-century risks, and the  Dukakis Center for Urban and Regional Policy , which identifies and implements real solutions to the critical challenges facing urban areas throughout Greater Boston, the Commonwealth, and the nation.

You can access a full list of Northeastern’s research centers and institutes .

Applying Academics to Real-World Experiences

Northeastern’s Career Services consistently rank in the top two nationwide by  The Princeton Review.  Students receive the support needed to map out a learning journey best aligned to their personal and professional goals.

Along that journey, students put theory into practice in a variety of ways, whether through in-class case studies, short-term, employer-sponsored projects, or co-op. Forty percent of Northeastern’s graduate programs offer full-time co-op opportunities, providing students the chance to gain hands-on, real-world experience within their field of study.

Serving Those Who Served Our Country

Northeastern is dedicated to helping members of the military achieve their educational and career aspirations. Our  Center for the Advancement of Veterans and Servicemembers  (CAVS) offers mentorship opportunities and career resources to help students more seamlessly transition to civilian life.

In an effort to make education more affordable, the university has invested $2 million into the federal Yellow Ribbon Program. Our military students experience an 83 percent graduation rate—much higher than the 51 percent national average reported by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.

Our flagship campus is located in the heart of Boston between the city’s famed Museum of Fine Arts and Symphony Hall. A sanctuary of lush green spaces and tree-lined pathways, it truly is a campus within a city.

General campus tours are available through the Northeastern Visitor Center, but you can also arrange an appointment to visit your specific college of choice by contacting representatives from that college. Directions to Northeastern’s Boston campus are available online.

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Northeastern University – a Global Campus

The College of Engineering at Northeastern is located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts and across our global university network. Boston is a historic and cultural hub that is known for high tech, biotech, and academia. Graduate engineering programs are offered in Boston and at other innovation hubs across the U.S. and Canada, and growing, with undergraduate Global Scholar students at our London, England and Oakland, Calif. campuses.

Address: Northeastern University 230 Snell Engineering Center 360 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA  02115 United States

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Northeastern University’s Global Network

In addition to our Boston, Massachusetts campus, some graduate engineering programs are also offered at other Northeastern University locations as part of the global university network. These Northeastern campuses are in urban innovation hubs in the U.S., Canada, and growing. Undergraduate Global Scholar students are at our London, England, and Oakland, Calif. campuses.

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Information Sessions for Prospective Students

The College of Engineering offers several engineering specific information sessions for prospective students and their families to visit campus and learn about our undergraduate and graduate programs. This is in addition to the many information sessions, events, and campus tours offered by the university.

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Graduate Information Sessions and Events

In addition to in-person events offered by Northeastern in Boston, at regional campus locations and around the world, the Graduate School of Engineering hosts a series of virtual events such as webinars describing the various graduate programs and the application process.

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Visit Northeastern in Boston

Join us to experience our campus, classrooms, and community firsthand. Please plan to stop at the Visitor Center prior to walking around campus so we can register you as a visitor and provide you with the most up-to-date information and resources for your visit. Validated parking is available to those who park in the West Village Garage located at 30 Leon St Boston, MA. An admissions staff member in the Visitor Center will validate your ticket.

Visit Northeastern in Oakland

Our Oakland campus offers endless opportunities for experiential learning. Join us for a tour of the 135-acre campus situated in one of the most diverse communities in the country. The Visitor Center is located at Lisser Hall, and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Visit Northeastern in London

Our London campus offers tours Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. Alternate times can be scheduled by contacting NU London Admissions. All tours are followed by a presentation outlining our degree programmes, student life, and the application process, with a short Q&A session at the end.

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Visiting Northeastern: An Insider's Guide

Visiting a college campus is about so much more than the hour long student-led tours. It’s important to be able to envision yourself actually living wherever you may attend. For Northeastern , that means living right in the heart of Boston. Being an urban campus, there's a lot to see when visiting that you may not think to add to your itinerary. Northeastern is unique in the sense that it has a distinct campus feel while still being in a true urban setting. And so, students often create an extended campus for themselves throughout the surrounding city. Below you’ll find a list of spot frequented by Northeastern students that you may won't want to miss when visiting campus.

To start, grabbing something from Tatte is a must. From coffee and pastries to breakfast served all day, you’ll be sure to have a nice treat here. Located right on Huntington Ave in the center of campus, this café is busy 24/7. This stop also gives you an inside look at students hanging out or doing work. You’ll only find Tatte in Massachusetts and Metro DC, so be sure not to miss it!

2. Wollaston’s

Right next door to Tatte you’ll find Wollaston ’s, our local campus grocery store. Conveniently located right by a majority of the Freshman dorms, it's a super convenient stop– especially if it's raining or snowing–which could be often in Boston! While not a full-size grocery, they have all of the basics you could need as far as food, school supplies, household items and health and beauty. They also have a really good deli which students frequent for lunch. And the best part, they accept NEU dining dollars!

3. Huntington Ave

Be sure to walk down Huntington Ave towards Massachusetts Ave, which is the main road Northeastern ’s campus is on. This is definitely a great street to check out and takes you straight to the shops and restaurants in the Prudential Center, as well as many local hotels, stores and restaurants, most of which accept dining dollars as well.

4. Christian Science Plaza

If you keep walking in that direction, you’ll come across the beautiful building of the Christian Science Plaza and a big reflecting pool. This is such an unexpected scene on a main city street and is so peaceful. There are always people walking their dogs or hanging out around the water. This path is where I personally walk most frequently, as it takes you right outside the Prudential Center.

5. The Prudential Center

Home away from home! One of my very regular destinations near campus. In the Prudential Center , you’ll find great shopping and even more restaurants. Some of my favorite shopping spots are Aritzia , Oak + Fort , and the newly opening Alo. There is also an Apple store in case you need any new technology or the genius bar. There is a variety of dining - from faster food and coffee shops to sit-down restaurants. My go-tos are Pressed Cafe or Sweetgreen for lunch, or Eataly for delicious pizza, pasta and any Italian grocery item you can imagine. Being only a 10 minute walk from campus, The Prudential becomes a common hangout spot both during the week and on the weekends.

6. Newbury Street

The infamous Newbury Street is also a must see for your visit. From shops to restaurants and cafes, Newbury Street is a go to spot for Northeastern students, especially on the weekends, however I especially love to shop here when my parents are visiting. You won’t find mass department stores, but smaller shops, local boutiques mixed with stores like Lululemon, Zara, Brandy Melville… and for clothes to match the weather - North Face and Patagonia also are located here. One Sunday each month the streets are closed to all cars so the whole road is taken over by people. There’s always lots of people out and it’s a super fun way to spend the day.

7. Fenway Park

If time permits, I highly recommend going to a Red Sox game if they’re in season or doing a tour of the iconic Fenway Park . Students frequent the games with $9 student pricing and the field is walking distance from campus as well. A fun fact about Fenway is that graduation is actually held there for Northeastern Students!

7. Hockey Game

Another sporting recommendation - catch a Northeastern hockey game if you can! If you love football, you will have to try a hockey game - super fast paced and lots of action. You’ll get to see our student section, The Doghouse, in action too.

I hope this guide provides some insight to maximize your time spent visiting Northeastern and helps you better envision yourself as a student there!

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Join our info sessions to learn about our innovative curriculum, co-op program, and the unique opportunities at Northeastern. Hear from admissions representatives about the application process, academic life, and how we prepare you for a successful legal career.

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Stop by the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid between 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, to pick up materials for a self-guided tour and chat with our staff. We are located on the first floor of the Knowles Center.

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Northeastern University to break ground on permanent campus in Portland, Maine

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On Friday, the university will break ground on a permanent Portland campus — one of 13 in Northeastern’s global university system — that will be home to the Roux Institute and the new Alfond Center.

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When Northeastern University launched the Roux Institute in January 2020 — with a $100 million investment from Maine technology entrepreneur David Roux and his wife, Barbara — the goal was to ignite the Rouxs’ vision of a Portland-based research hub that would educate generations of local talent for the digital, artificial intelligence and life sciences sectors, and drive sustained economic growth in northern New England.

On Friday, Sept. 13, the university will break ground on a permanent Portland campus — one of 13 in Northeastern’s global university system — that will be home to the Roux Institute and the new Alfond Center. (Northeastern currently leases space on Fore Street.)

The Harold Alfond Foundation, which also invested $100 million in 2020 to support graduate students, research and co-ops with Maine employers, is making an additional investment in the permanent campus, along with a new commitment from David and Barbara Roux.

The new campus will transform the former industrial site of B&M Baked Beans into a state-of-the-art, multi-building complex that will serve as a hub for education and research about AI and other high-tech, high-growth fields.  

Starting at 9 a.m., the Friday event will convene Northeastern President Joseph E. Aoun, David and Barbara Roux, representatives from the Alfond Foundation and elected officials in celebrating this milestone moment on the Portland waterfront.

The new campus will include a variety of buildings to be developed in phases:

-The Alfond Center, a new 245,000-square-foot learning, research and collaboration building that will house wet labs, computational labs, research spaces and classrooms.

-The 58,000-square-foot “Bean” building will undergo major rehabilitation and support innovation and entrepreneurship, providing workspaces for startups and businesses.

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The $500 million project is expected to be completed in 2027.

When the new campus opens, enrollment on Northeastern’s Portland campus is expected to grow to 1,800 students in 2028, 2,300 in 2029 and 3,500 within five years. 

Over 800 graduate students are currently enrolled on the Portland campus — 42% women, more than double the national average for STEM fields.

The campus will also allow for the growth of residency and accelerator programs focused on AI, health care, early-stage entrepreneurship, and historically underrepresented people. To date, 72 startups in residency and accelerator programs in Portland have raised $73 million in capital and created over 400 new jobs.

The new campus will include a new parking garage, an adjacent child care center, public green spaces, and pedestrian and bicycle paths on the shores of Casco Bay, which will be made accessible to the public for the first time in more than a century.

Beginning in 2011, Northeastern has been building a system of campuses designed to meet the talent and research needs of regional economies across North America and the United Kingdom.

Northeastern has approximately 22,000 undergraduate students across three of its campuses: Boston, London and Oakland. Another 20,000 students are enrolled in professional graduate programs — ranging from master’s degrees to doctoral and certificate programs.

Northeastern campuses that prioritize graduate and professional master’s programs include Seattle, Vancouver, Toronto, Miami,Silicon Valley and Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as Arlington, Virginia, and Portland.

Campuses in Burlington and Nahant, Massachusetts — home to Northeastern’s Marine Science Center — focus on research.

In May, Northeastern and Marymount Manhattan College, a private liberal arts college on the Upper East Side of New York City, announced their intention to merge.

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