Prospective Student Resources
We've gathered all of our top tips and resources into one easy-to-reference source for prospective Northeastern students like you!
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Application Deadlines
Early Decision is ideal for students who are confident that Northeastern is the right fit academically, socially, and financially. Early Decision is binding—if you are admitted, you are committed to attending and required to withdraw all applications from other institutions.
Early Decision I
Nov 1
Decisions released by January 1
Early Action
Nov 1
Decisions released by February 15
Early Decision II
Jan 1
Decisions released by March 1
Regular Decision
Jan 1
Decisions released by April 1
How to Apply
Determining where to spend the next few years of your life is no easy task. Below are the necessary steps to ensure that your application is ready for review and in the right hands.
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Step One
Create your application through The Common Application or the Coalition Application (both are accepted). Once you have created your application, please select Northeastern University to directly submit your application to us.
Apply via the Common Application Apply via the Coalition Application2
Step Two
Make sure that you have submitted all required materials. Even if your application has been submitted, we cannot begin reviewing your file until all of your required materials have been received.
Review Required Materials3
Step Three
To ensure all of the necessary documents have been submitted, and for updates or information about your application, visit your application status check.
Check your application status
Help at every step
Get the details for every step of the admissions process– from application through the financial aid process.
Standardized Testing Policy
Northeastern University is test-optional and does not require applicants to submit standardized testing to be considered for admission. Evaluating each application holistically is something Northeastern takes pride in—we focus on the rigor of coursework and academic performance, but no less critical are your self-expression and passions. We consider each applicants' entire profile, including leadership positions, extracurricular involvement, entrepreneurial pursuits, and personal qualities.
Financial Aid Information
A top-tier education is an investment, and one of the most important and rewarding decisions you and your family will ever make. At Northeastern, we work to keep the costs affordable while offering the highest possible educational value.
Areas of Study
With 329 majors, 9 colleges and programs, and 199 combined majors, we offer limitless opportunities for you to create a unique, personalized learning journey.
Resources and Guides for Prospective Students
View our resources to see how Northeastern can help put your future in motion.
Prospective Student Brochure
Learn how a top-tier education is only the beginning.
Financial Aid Brochure
Find out how Northeastern helps you fund your college dream.
Northeastern and the City of Boston
Explore scholarships and programs for students from Boston.
Northeastern and the City of Oakland
Learn more about our Oakland Opportunity Scholarship for Oakland high school students.
Foundation Year Program
Learn about our Foundation Year program supporting students from the City of Boston.
Torch Scholars Program
The Torch Scholars Program is a bold and innovative endeavor that provides students with the opportunity to explore their passions and expand their global horizons.
Accelerate Pre-College Programs
Accelerate Pre-college programs are designed for talented high school students in the U.S. and around the world who want to give themselves an edge.