Cambridge, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Harvard University | Northeastern University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 3.5% | 5.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $59,076 | $63,141 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $59,076 | $63,141 |
| Average Net Price | $3,249 | $29,097 |
| Graduation Rate | 97.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Harvard University accepts 3.5% of applicants. Northeastern University accepts 5.6%. Harvard University's tuition is $59,076. Northeastern University's is $63,141. Harvard University is cheaper. Harvard University graduates 97% of students in 6 years. Northeastern University graduates 90%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Harvard University. It accepts 3.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University has lower published tuition: $59,076 versus $63,141. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University: 97% of students finish in 6 years. Northeastern University is at 90%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.