DEAR PARENT,
DID YOU KNOW? #1
in Co-ops/Internships (U.S. News & World Report, 2021)
93%
of graduates are employed full time or in graduate school within nine months (10-year average)
97%
first-year student retention rate
The college search process is complex—and it can turn stressful for you and your student if you aren’t equipped with the right tools. I’d love to take a moment to share with you my top five tips for a successful and more enjoyable college search. I hope this will alleviate some anxiety and set you and your student up for this exciting next step. 1. Set aside a time to talk about college—but then stick to that time. It’s easy for the college process to take over every family discussion. Agree with your student to set aside a time—Sunday dinner, on the ride to sports practice on Thursday, or Monday evening after homework—to discuss college and stick to just that time. Both you and your student will know that there’s time to talk through anything college related, but it won’t take over your lives. 2. Help your student be reflective. By asking questions about what subject(s) your student is passionate about, where they are feeling challenged, and where they feel like they may need more support, you are planting seeds of consideration that you will be able to help them cultivate into an academic path for the remainder of their high school career and beyond. You can also help your student reflect on what type of environment and experiences have helped them be successful in the past—do they thrive in a large group or in a more intimate group? Do they love to have lots of opportunities to select from or find a more defined path to be reassuring? 3. Map interests to colleges. Begin to help your student formulate a list of potential colleges by considering how their interests may map to majors and career outcomes, as well as the size of the school, environment (urban, pastoral, etc.), tuition and financial aid, and admissions criteria. 4. Talk about money transparently and early. Having transparent conversations early on in the college search process about how your family plans to finance your student’s college education helps set the process up for success. Whether you plan for merit scholarships, family savings, your student’s summer earnings, or loans, clarifying this early will ensure that you and your student are on the same page and focusing the college search on colleges that can be a financial fit. 5. Visit—virtually or in person—and ask questions. Create a standard list of questions that you and your student want to ask at each college. Once you’ve completed your visits, you can compare and contrast all of the pros and cons of each school. I hope that these tips are helpful, and I wish you and your student the best as you go through this process. Sincerely, ELIZABETH CHERON AVP & Dean of Admissions The Office of Undergraduate Admissions Northeastern University
HOW TO FIND YOUR FIT DID YOU KNOW? 3,000+
undergraduate students participate in a global experience each year
250+
majors and 150+ combined majors
78%
of new students receive some form of financial aid each year
Choosing the right college is important. In this document, and over the coming months, we’ll provide you and your student with the guidance you need to make the right decision for your family. We look forward to working with you. TIPS FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Take a Virtual or In-Person Tour of Campus Nothing beats visiting our 73 acres of urban, tree-lined campus. You’ll want to take notes to capture every detail. However, a virtual tour that lets you experience Northeastern from anywhere is a close second. Both will introduce you to our state-of-the-art academic facilities and vibrant community. Visit northeastern.edu/ admissions/visit-campus to register for the in-person tour. Go to youvisit.com/ northeastern to get started on the virtual tour. Connect with Us Reach out to your admissions counselor in your area or a Husky Ambassador for help with the admission requirements and procedures, learn about our rigorous academic programs, and get insight into the application process. Got questions? Send us your top five questions to admissions@northeastern.edu or connect with a Husky Ambassador to get the ball rolling. Powered by Experience At Northeastern, experiential learning is at the core of our education. Powered by our signature co-op program, we combine classroom learning with professional work experiences on every continent. These immersive learning experiences help your student engage with the world, become a critical thinker, and find their true calling in life. Anticipate Your College Costs MyinTuition Quick College Cost Estimator helps you predict your college costs and the type of financial assistance your student may be eligible to receive at Northeastern. KNOW THE DEADLINES Applying for Admission Early Decision I: Nov. 1 Decisions released by Dec. 15
Early Decision II: Jan. 1 Decisions released by Feb. 15
Early Action: Nov. 1
Regular Decision: Jan. 1
Decisions released by Feb. 1
Decisions released by April 1
Applying for Northeastern Aid Early Decision I:
Early Decision II:
Nov. 15, 2021
Jan. 15, 2022
Early Action:
Regular Decision:
Dec. 1, 2021
Feb. 15, 2022