Boston, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northeastern University | Boston University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 5.6% | 10.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,141 | $65,168 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,141 | $65,168 |
| Average Net Price | $29,097 | $14,465 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Northeastern University accepts 5.6% of applicants. Boston University accepts 10.8%. Northeastern University's tuition is $63,141. Boston University's is $65,168. Northeastern University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 90% at Northeastern University, 90% at Boston University.
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
Northeastern University. It accepts 5.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northeastern University has lower published tuition: $63,141 versus $65,168. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Northeastern University is at 90%; Boston 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.