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Northeastern University Oakland

Private nonprofit Oakland, CA · Urban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
$92,538
Earnings (10yr)
$25,181
Net Price
17%
Acceptance Rate
464
Enrollment

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Overview

With an acceptance rate of just 17%, Northeastern University Oakland attracts students who are serious about their education and seeking a specialized path. Here, you'll find a focus on programs like Visual & Performing Arts, Legal Studies, Health Professions, Social Sciences, and Biology & Biomedical. This school fits those who want to dive deep into their field of interest while also enjoying a supportive community among a relatively small student body of 464.

Looking at life after graduation, students from Northeastern University Oakland can expect strong earning potential, with a 10-year median income of $92,538. This suggests that graduates are not only finding jobs but are also advancing in their careers. The cost of attendance is manageable, making it easier for students to focus on their studies without the heavy burden of debt.

The net price after aid stands at $25,181, which is reasonable given the earnings potential. With a median debt of $24,250, students generally leave with a manageable financial load. Those who thrive here are typically driven individuals ready to engage deeply in their studies and take full advantage of the resources available, setting themselves up for success in their chosen fields.

How Northeastern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGEarnings 10yr$93KNet Price$25KRetention0%Median Debt$24KPell Grant Rate27%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$10K$30-48K$26K$48-75K$38K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$67,778
In-State Tuition
$67,778
Out-of-State
$25,181
Avg Net Price
$24,250
Median Debt
27%
Pell Grant Rate
48%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,161
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,185
Family Income $30K–$48K
$26,241
Family Income $48K–$75K
$38,398
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$78,413
6 Years After Entry
$82,813
8 Years
$92,538
10 Years
0.26x
Debt-to-Earnings
85%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$78,413 6yr $82,813 8yr $92,538 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 17%
Retention Rate 0%
SAT Average 1472
ACT Midpoint 31
SAT Range 1420–1520
ACT Range 32–33
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $14,244
Diversity Index 0.76
First-Gen Students 19%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 31%
Legal Studies 11%
Health Professions 9%
Social Sciences 9%
Biology & Biomedical 7%
English & Literature 7%
Business & Marketing 6%
Communications 4%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor New England Commission on Higher Education
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
54%
White
22%
Hispanic
6%
Black
7%
Asian
40%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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