MS in Cybersecurity 

at Northeastern University, Boston

Northeastern University more than 600 types of programs through colleges like D'Amore-McKim School of Business, College of Professional Studies, and College of Engineering. Some most chosen fields are Computing, Engineering, Business, Health, Social Science, and more.

Northeastern University provides more than 290 UG and combined programs to international students. Programs like Business, Marketing, Engineering, Computer and Information Science, and Health Professions are popular. Students should fulfill the basic qualification and submit all documents to enter.

The first School that was founded at Northeastern University is the School of Law being established in 1898. Some of the other colleges and schools at the university are given as follows: 

• Polytechnic School (1904)  
• School of Commerce and Finance (1907)  
• School of Engineering (1920) 
• School of the Museum of Fine Arts  
• College of Arts, Media and Design  
• Khoury College of Computer Sciences  
• Bouvé College of Health Sciences 
• College of Professional Studies 
• D'Amore McKim School of Business 

Northeastern University was founded in 1898 first under Evening Institute for Younger Men. The university has also gone through many changes in the past with it named as Northeastern College in 1916 and finally named as Northeastern University in 1922.  

Yes, transfer students are always welcome at Northeastern University. Students must typically have attempted at least one full-time semester and finished at least 12 semester hours of college-level courses in order to be eligible. Transfer students are required to submit official transcripts from all prior schools. They must also provide an academic review from an adviser, instructor, or employer, along with a completed application (Common or Coalition Application)

Northeastern University offers residential dining facilities for students on campus and the main Boston campus accepts Meal plans, Guest Meals, Dining Dollars, Husky Dollars, and Bonus Bucks. The university is known to offer several meal plans for students where they are required to be enrolled in a traditional meal plan as well as for continuing students. All full-time students at the university can avail the option of Traditional Meal Plans or Community Meal Plans.  

Extracurricular activities are an important part of the Northeastern University admission application. Students are recommended to showcase their excellence in various activities which is a part of the holistic admission process at the university. Other than extracurricular activities, must also have a strong academic performance, standardized test scores and relevant work experience to get selected for admission. 

Yes, credits earned at Northeastern can often be transferred to other accredited universities, but this depends on several key factors. For courses taken at recognised universities, Northeastern offers transfer credit as long as you received a C or above (usually a 2.0/4.0 or above). A Northeastern undergraduate degree may be earned with a maximum of 80 semester credits from two- or four-year universities, or almost half of a 120-credit degree. For detailed information on course transfer, refer to the official website of Northeastern University.

Yes, incoming overseas students can enroll in Northeastern University's buddy or mentorship programs. Incoming students are partnered with seasoned peers to help them navigate their first semester through the Office of Global Services (OGS) and other university programs. The following resources are available to international students:

• Global Student Mentor Program:

Current foreign students are paired with new international graduate students to host community gatherings, meet in small groups once a month, and assist with orientation.

• Global Student Success (GSS):

Offers academic and English language support through tutoring, workshops, and group sessions tailored for international/multilingual students

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.