About Northeastern

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Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs—our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning—build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in six undergraduate colleges, eight graduate schools, and two part-time divisions.

As you explore this Web site, you'll discover that Northeastern is an exciting and vibrant place to learn, work and live.

President's Office

Meet Northeastern's seventh president, Dr. Joseph Aoun.

Campus Life

We often say that learning is a contact sport at Northeastern University, but that only tells part of the story. In fact, the whole student experience at Northeastern is a contact sport.

Working at Northeastern

Search for job opportunities and learn about employee benefits.

Administration

All administrative and academic departments report to the Senior Leadership Team.

Sustainability

Find out why Northeastern was one of only 15 educational institutions out of 697 to earn a place on the 2010 Green Rating Honor Roll compiled by the Princeton Review.