● Northeastern University(Northeastern University) Introduction
Location: East Coast - Boston
Type of Institution: Private Research University
Established: 1898
● Features
Northeastern University can be considered the largest private university, and its teaching is most representative of the integration of academic knowledge and practical experience. Most students participate in the CO-OP program, which allows students to gain both a diploma and rich work experience upon graduation. It is ranked first in the U.S. for “Best Internship/Career Services Universities,” and in 2020, it was selected by U.S. News & World Report as the top university for cooperative education and internships.
The Boston area has over 50 universities with a student population of more than 300,000. Northeastern University is located near Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), forming a triumvirate of top universities in the area, making Boston one of the world’s most famous academic centers with rich cultural history.
The university is surrounded by the Museum of Fine Arts and the upscale shopping street, Newbury Street. The campus is well-equipped with resources such as student dining halls, cafes, gyms, and libraries, and it boasts the largest academic library in Boston and cutting-edge research facilities.
● Rankings (2022 US NEWS)
Global University Ranking #176
Public Health & Occupational Health Ranking #42
Economics & Business Ranking #79
Pharmacology & Toxicology Ranking #99
Computer Science Ranking #121
Psychiatry Ranking #164
Biology Ranking #250
● Popular Majors & Course Introduction
Northeastern University offers 9 colleges and 65 majors. Graduate programs include project management, information technology, data science, business administration, etc., covering various fields. The cooperative education program (Co-op) allows students to gain practical experience while earning a degree.
Popular Majors
- Project Management
- Data Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Psychology