Northeastern University

Yes, Northeastern University does provide visa support. Once an international student is admitted and confirms enrollment, they can request a Form I-20 (F-1) or DS-2019 (J-1) through the university's my OGS portal. The Office of Global Services (OGS) offers assistance with:

• Requesting the appropriate immigration document
• Providing instructions for the visa application process
• Offering guidance on maintaining student status and travel

Yes, Northeastern ensures international and graduate students have secure, convenient night-time transportation and support:

• RedEye offers a free, app-based late-night shuttle (within 2? miles, dusk–dawn).
• NUPD escorts are available 24/7 for on-campus safety.
• Public transit (T & buses) is robust, supplemented by rideshare options off-hours

Jobs on campus, such as those in administration, food service, or the library, usually pay between USD 15 and USD 20 per hour. Stipend graduate assistantships, which provide a set stipend rather than hourly compensation, are awarded to certain students. In order to keep their F-1 visa status, all international students must submit yearly tax reports and are protected by American labour laws.

International graduate students are allowed to work on campus without permit. However one needs to qualify for either Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT) for off campus. Students are allowed to work part time (up to 20 hours per week) throughout  semester. Full time during breaks from school. Part-time coops and internships are encouraged by CPT. They are seen as valid professional experience. Graduate student assistantships are frequently seen as useful work experience. 

Northeastern University offers a large variety of scholarships for its international students. Northeastern University scholarships attracts Indian and international students the most. All admitted Indian students are eligible for the minimum 5% International Impact Award, and many qualify for higher scholarships based on academic merit, program, and campus.

Indian students admitted to Northeastern graduate programs can receive up to 50% tuition scholarships through a mix of stackable awards, including:

• 5% International Impact Award for global engagement
• 10% Academic Excellence Scholarship for a GPA of 3.6 or above
• 15–25% Regional and College-Specific Scholarships based on the programme and campus

These awards can be combined, making graduate study at Northeastern more affordable for eligible Indian students.

Yes, international students should be aware of additional charges such as the international student fee, student health insurance (if not waived), and costs for housing, meals, books, and personal expenses which are not included in tuition but are part of the overall cost of attendance. These costs around  USD 375 (INR 34.4 K). Some programs may also have specific lab or programme fees.

1 USD = INR 91.93

Northeastern University is among the top choices of international students for pursuing higher education in the USA. Northeastern University offers 329 undergraduate majors, 199 of which are combined majors, and over 200 graduate programs. The acceptance rate for the most sought? after programs at Northeastern University such as the Khoury and the College of Engineering (COE) is approximately 20% to 25%. The top courses for which most of the Indian and international students have applied are listed below:

• MS Cs
• Data Science
• Electrical Engineering