Northeastern University
(NEU)
About
Northeastern started with an innovative idea: that education is about engaging with the world to solve problems and lead change. That distinctive approach, founded in cooperative education, has created an academic culture that infuses both undergraduate and graduate studies.We empower our undergraduates to chart their own academic path, through more than 90 majors and concentrations and global exp...
Northeastern started with an innovative idea: that education is about engaging with the world to solve problems and lead change. That distinctive approach, founded in cooperative education, has created an academic culture that infuses both undergraduate and graduate studies.We empower our undergraduates to chart their own academic path, through more than 90 majors and concentrations and global experiential learning opportunities in 92 countries. Northeastern's 158 graduate programs prepare students for emerging new fields; students are able to take courses on campus, online, or in hybrid formats, creating the educational experience that best meets their needs.The university is committed to the educational success of its students, offering need-based aid and a range of scholarships to reward the outstanding achievements of students from all walks of life.
For more information, please visit northeastern.edu
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 201 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 71 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 29,623
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 15.8 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 40%
- Female : Male
- 53 : 47
- Staff
- 1,830
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
38 subjectsUS News
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 85 | 66.0 | 2027 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =102 | 54.7 | 2027 |
| Computer Science | =115 | 54.9 | 2027 |
| Artificial Intelligence | =146 | 45.1 | 2027 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 150 | 51.3 | 2027 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =154 | 48.2 | 2027 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =167 | 55.9 | 2027 |
| Arts and Humanities | =217 | 41.8 | 2027 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =225 | 40.2 | 2027 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =241 | 50.6 | 2027 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =252 | 51.7 | 2027 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =252 | 37.5 | 2027 |
| Engineering | =275 | 51.8 | 2027 |
| Materials Science | =278 | 43.6 | 2027 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | 329 | 27.9 | 2027 |
| Clinical Medicine | =344 | 48.5 | 2027 |
| Physical Chemistry | =440 | 44.2 | 2027 |
| Chemistry | =484 | 45.5 | 2027 |
| Environment/Ecology | =721 | 31.2 | 2027 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | =98 | 59.2 | 2026 |
| Psychology | =98 | 57.1 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 101–125 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 176–200 | 52.5 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 176–200 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 201–250 | 47.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 201–250 | 50.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 201–250 | 44.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 251–300 | 44.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 301–400 | 31.0 | 2026 |
QS
28 subjectsOrganization Structure
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View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Northeastern University?
Northeastern University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =385, THE Rank 201–250, ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank 232.
When was Northeastern University founded?
Northeastern University was founded in 1898.
What are the top subjects at Northeastern University?
Top subjects at Northeastern University include: Business Administration, Communication & Media Studies, Psychology, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science.
Where is Northeastern University located?
Northeastern University is located in Boston, United States.