How is life like in Northeastern University

Short answer:

Awesome

Long Answer:

Like everything in life, it depends on a lot of things. Do you like the city/urban lifestyle, are you living on-campus/off campus, what major are you in, what activities do you do, what community groups are you involved in, etc...

I was at Northeastern from 2009-14 and was born and raised in Boston (lived there most of my life). I majored in Finance, minored in Econ and Health Science, and took Computer Science courses. I was a Resident Assistant from my 2nd year until i graduated. My experience encompassed a lot of different areas, communities, and experiences, but especially on-campus ones.

The 5 year program with 3 co-ops is incredible. It gives you the ability to try so many different things, get real work experience, and learn so much more than a traditional 4yr classes only (IMO). They like to call it "experiential learning" and it really is. Life as a co-op is totally different than life as a student in classes, and it's really great to experience both. You'll truly get a feel for what it's like to be a "working professional" but at the same time, especially if you're on campus, you can hop right back into the college mindset when you get home.

In terms of everyday "life", as I mentioned before, it can totally depend on where you're living, where you like to hang out, or what you like to do. The great thing about being in the heart of Boston is that there is something, place, or people for everyone. You can live on-campus your whole time (plug for Reslife here, save some $, meet incredible people, do great things for the community, become an RA!), live off campus close by in Symphony, Fenway area, or in the far off lands of Mission Hill (couple T stops away, it's really not that far...). For social life the world is your oyster. Join whatever groups you want, see whatever things you want to see, it's a city and a great one at that, and Northeastern itself is a huge place and community and only getting bigger and better as time goes on.

Feel free to leave a comment asking more questions, but if you can't already tell, I think Northeastern is pretty great gohuskies

I currently go to Northeastern University, and I am from California. I really love the school and how well it prepares you for the real world. I am doing the 5 year 2-3 co-op program and I am currently in my 3rd year and doing my second co-op. My major is Business and Communications combined with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and New Venture Acquisition, as well as a minor in Global Fashion Studies.

I have done both my co-ops in San Francisco. I really love the flexibility at Northeastern to explore other parts of the world and the amount of opportunities you have to travel while taking classes or working is extensive. The school is all about being flexible and letting you immerse yourself in new places and industries, however you can also stay in Boston throughout. They are also very good at allowing you to switch majors and add minors- once you're in the school you can easily move around within the colleges till you find something you really like.

Boston itself is a great place to go to school because everyone is in college, it is like a college city. There is lots to do in Boston and many places to explore. Northeastern is right in Back Bay and therefore it is surrounded by good restaurants and places to explore. Northeastern has greek life, which is not overwhelming at all like at many Southern schools- it is a nice way to meet people from all over and get a sense of community.

Feel free to ask more :)