Northeastern University

Northeastern University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Boston, MA, in a large city setting. With a total enrollment of 39,566 students (IPEDS 2023), Northeastern is one of the largest private universities in New England. The institution reports a 90% completion rate and a 98% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), and holds a quality score of 78/100.

Northeastern offers a wide range of career-oriented programs spanning healthcare, technology, and digital media fields. Healthcare programs include Registered Nursing at both the associate's and bachelor's levels, Physician Associate/Assistant, and Health and Medical Administrative Services. Technology offerings include Computer and Information Systems Security, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, and Computer/Information Technology Services Administration. The school also offers programs in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects at multiple credential levels.

Known for its cooperative education model, Northeastern integrates professional experience into its academic programs. Students in Boston have access to one of the strongest healthcare and technology job markets in the country, providing significant employment opportunities upon graduation.