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Also known as: NU, Northeastern, Huskies
Private Nonprofit school in Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Founded in 1898 by the Boston YMCA, Northeastern enrolls over 38,000 students across nine colleges offering 329 undergraduate majors and 300+ graduate programs. The urban campus spans 73 acres along Huntington and Columbus Avenues and maintains satellite campuses globally in Charlotte, London, and Vancouver. Northeastern pioneered the co‑operative education model, placing nearly 10,000 students annually in paid professional roles with thousands of industry partners. Classified as R1 (“Very high research activity”) and accredited by NECHE, the university emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary research, and global engagement.
SAT Scores are optional
This university has a test-optional policy.
Northeastern is test‑optional and does not require SAT or ACT scores for undergraduate admission; applicants may choose to submit scores and will not be disadvantaged if they do not.
Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Boston University Metropolitan College (MET) is the professional and continuing education division of Boston University, offering degree and certificate programs for working adults.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Berklee College of Music is a premier private institution specializing in contemporary music and performing arts education in Boston, Massachusetts.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Boston Conservatory at Berklee is a private performing arts conservatory in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in music, dance, and theater education.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Boston University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts, with a test-optional admissions policy through fall 2028.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Emerson College is a private liberal arts institution in Boston specializing in communication and the arts.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Emmanuel College is a private Roman Catholic liberal arts college located in Boston.
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