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Massachusetts Institute of Technology vs Northeastern University

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Northeastern University
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 4.5% 5.2%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,520-1,580 1,440-1,540
ACT range (mid 50%) 34-36 33-35
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $20,111 $30,915
Sticker cost of attendance $82,730 $84,641
Graduation rate 96% 91%
Retention rate 99% 97%
Undergraduates 4,535 17,326
Student-faculty ratio 3:1 16:1
Setting Cambridge, MA Boston, MA
Type Private nonprofit Private nonprofit
Application fee n/a $75
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Massachusetts Institute of Technology or Northeastern University harder to get into?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is more selective, with a 4.5% acceptance rate versus 5.2% at Northeastern University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Massachusetts Institute of Technology or Northeastern University?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology has the lower average net price ($20,111 versus $30,915). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.