Cambridge, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Northeastern University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 4.5% | 5.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $62,396 | $66,162 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $62,396 | $66,162 |
| Average Net Price | $20,996 | $34,207 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 91.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 11,886 | 32,553 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 3 | 16 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts 4.5% of applicants; Northeastern University accepts 5.2%. Massachusetts Institute of Technology's tuition is $62,396. Northeastern University's is $66,162. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is cheaper. Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduates 96% of students in 6 years. Northeastern University graduates 91%.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $20,996/year at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and $34,207/year at Northeastern University. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. It accepts 4.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on average. After aid, students pay $20,996/year versus $34,207/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 96% of students finish in 6 years. Northeastern University is at 91%.
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.