City Life

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When you make Northeastern your home, you’re living and learning in the heart of Boston—the quintessential college town.

Here’s just a sampling of what you can look forward to by joining the Northeastern family.

social

Social

Not only will you grow close to your fellow Huskies, but with more than 250,000 students at more than 30 other colleges and universities in the area, filling up your social calendar will be a cinch.



professional

Professional

From banks to hospitals, law firms to media companies, nonprofits to start-ups, Boston is a terrific place to start a career. In fact, 79% of Northeastern students co-op within Massachusetts—and 60% of students receive a job offer after graduation from a previous co-op employer.


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Cultural

With its rich history and diverse mix of neighborhoods, Beantown features tons of top-notch museums, shops, restaurants, theaters, and sporting venues—and many provide great student deals and discounts.



recreational

Recreational

Whether you’re pitching in for one of hundreds of Northeastern community service opportunities, tossing a Frisbee in the Fens, or rowing along the scenic Charles River, your options for off-campus activities are nearly endless.


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Say What?

OK, so maybe we do talk a little funny here… To help, a quick guide to some of Boston’s signature slang:

  • tonic: not tonic water, but soda of any kind
  • wicked: very, as in, “The Huskies are having a wicked good sports season!”
  • jimmies: sprinkles that go on ice cream
  • frappe: a milkshake

We’re #1

Boston boasts many firsts, including the first public park (in the U.S.), public school, public library, subway (in the U.S.), post office, streetlight, lighthouse, department store, and the first use of penicillin.

No Money, No Problem

Short on cash, but big on fun? Check out these free things to do around town.

T Party

Boston’s public transportation system—the T—is easy to use and takes you all over the city.
Hop on at one of four stops on campus to explore popular nearby destinations such as the following—or walk! Boston is a great walking city.