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Northeastern University is a private university located in the heart of Boston. It is a leader in interdisciplinary research, built on a tradition of engagement with the real world. Not only do students have the opportunity to study at a leading university in professional development, but they also get to experience a city laden with U.S. history and incomparable spirit and pride.
One of the USA’s greatest walking cities, having Boston in your backyard opens you up to a cultural hub, with so much to see and do.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | January–April |
| Semester 2 | Fall Semester | August–December |
Guides and additional information
Northeastern University has online resources to help prepare you for your exchange:
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Student testimonials
- B Electrical Engineering/Business ManagementSemester 1, 2019
Extremely cold, but worth it.
- B EngineeringSemester 2, 2018
This is a big big world.
- Bachelor of EngineeringSemester 1, 2018
Full-time study load
16 credits at Northeastern University is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Minimum academic requirements
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Northeastern University.
Find courses
View the Northeastern University course catelogue if courses do not appear in the database.
Search the Credit Precedent Database to find courses offered by your host university that have been previously approved for credit at UQ. The database should be used as a general guide only.
Study areas taught in English
Course restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Accommodation
On-campus housing is not guaranteed for exchange students, due to limited availability. The housing options vary each semester depending on availability. There are, however, numerous housing options, both on- and off-campus, available to international students. Information regarding on-campus accommodation options can be found on Northeastern University's housing and residential life webpage.
Cost of living
Northeastern University's cost calculator provides an estimate of the basic costs associated with studying at NU and living in Boston. The university provides insight into the lifestyle and costs associated with living in Boston, such as transport, housing and food spots.
Additional Mandatory Fees
NEU does not have any additional mandatory fees for exchange students.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in the Student Exchange Program are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
All exchange students studying at NEU are required to maintain adequate health coverage throughout the duration of their exchange. NEU has health cover available, however students will not be automatically enrolled in Northeastern University's Student Health Plan (NUSHP).
Exchange students may be eligible to waive the Health Insurance Plan if they have additional cover that meets NEU's minimum waiver requirements. UQ’s Corporate Travel Insurance has previously met the minimum waiver requirements for NEU Student Health Insurance. However, waiver eligibility is assessed by the host university and is not guaranteed as requirements are subject to change.
Before purchasing an additional policy, students should confirm that the policy meets NEU’s minimum waiver requirements.
A waiver is not automatic. Do not assume that a waiver will be approved or that you will receive a waiver based on the experience of a friend from UQ who studied at the same institution on exchange.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Northeastern University has visa and travel information for international students.
Contact the US Embassy and Consulates for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow UQ Abroad students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, UQ Abroad programs to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Register your travel plans
We recommend that you register your travel plans on the Smartraveller website so that the Australian Government can contact you or your family in an emergency.
Non-Australian citizens should register with their closest consulate.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)