Northeastern University (NU), founded in 1898, is one of the largest private universities in the United States. In 2011, it was ranked 69th among comprehensive universities in the United States. The university is located in Boston, Massachusetts, adjacent to the renowned Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Northeastern University has six undergraduate colleges, namely the School of Health Sciences, the School of Humanities and Sciences, the School of Business and Management, the School of Computer and Information Science, the School of Law, and the School of Engineering, offering over 70 undergraduate majors. There are currently over 14000 full-time undergraduate students, over 4000 part-time undergraduate students, 2700 full-time graduate students, and over 1400 part-time graduate students. There are 830 full-time faculty and staff members. Overseas students on campus account for 7% of the total number of students.
Northeastern University is one of the earliest universities in the United States to offer a “co op program” (paid internship) program. Over 2000 well-known companies around the world have become partners of Northeastern University, covering 33 states in the United States and more than 20 countries outside the United States. During paid internships, students are not required to pay tuition fees. 90% of undergraduate students have 1 to 1.5 years of paid internship experience, therefore, Northeastern University has a high reputation in many fields, and students are praised for possessing the “most practical professional and technical knowledge”.
Northeastern University is located in Boston, Massachusetts, with a superior geographical location. It is home to over 50 world-renowned universities such as Harvard and MIT.
Northeastern University was ranked 69th overall in the United States in 2011, with its related colleges and majors ranking high.