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Your journey to Khoury College begins here
Thank you for choosing Khoury College. All applicants must submit an online application through our system. Consult the resources below to begin your application today.
Admissions for the MS in Game Science and Design program is held through the College of Arts, Media and Design. Admissions for the MS in Robotics program is held through the College of Engineering.
For information about the Align MSCS and MSDS programs, go to our Align apply page.
If you have questions, please email khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
Admissions for the MS in Health Informatics program is held through the Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Contact information MS in Health Informatics can be found through the Bouvé College page.
Your journey to Khoury College begins here
Thank you for choosing Khoury College. All applicants must submit an online application through our system. Consult the resources below to begin your application today.
Admissions for the MS in Game Science and Design program is held through the College of Arts, Media and Design. Admissions for the MS in Robotics program is held through the College of Engineering.
For information about the Align MSCS and MSDS programs, go to our Align apply page.
If you have questions, please email khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
Admissions for the MS in Health Informatics program is held through the Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Contact information MS in Health Informatics can be found through the Bouvé College page.
Spring admissions timeline
Spring 2021
- May 15, 2020 – Application opens
- October 26, 2020 – Final international application deadline
- December 15, 2020 – Final domestic application deadline
Please allow 7-10 business days for your application status to be updated.
Decision dates
Admissions decisions will be released on a rolling basis, on the following dates:
September 18
October 16
November 1 (Final decision date for international applicants)
December 15 (Final decision date for domestic applicants)
After decisions are released, students will have two weeks (10 business days) from receipt of their decision to enroll and submit their $100 deposit.
Spring admissions timeline
Spring 2021
- May 15, 2020 – Application opens
- October 26, 2020 – Final international application deadline
- December 15, 2020 – Final domestic application deadline
Please allow 7-10 business days for your application status to be updated.
Decision dates
Admissions decisions will be released on a rolling basis, on the following dates:
September 18
October 16
November 1 (Final decision date for international applicants)
December 15 (Final decision date for domestic applicants)
After decisions are released, students will have two weeks (10 business days) from receipt of their decision to enroll and submit their $100 deposit.
Your journey to Khoury College begins here
Thank you for choosing Khoury College. All applicants must submit an online application through our system. Consult the resources below to begin your application today.
Admissions for the MS in Game Science and Design program is held through the College of Arts, Media and Design. Admissions for the MS in Robotics program is held through the College of Engineering.
For information about the Align MSCS and MSDS programs, go to our Align apply page.
If you have questions, please email khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
Admissions for the MS in Health Informatics program is held through the Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Contact information MS in Health Informatics can be found through the Bouvé College page.
Your journey to Khoury College begins here
Thank you for choosing Khoury College. All applicants must submit an online application through our system. Consult the resources below to begin your application today.
Admissions for the MS in Game Science and Design program is held through the College of Arts, Media and Design. Admissions for the MS in Robotics program is held through the College of Engineering.
For information about the Align MSCS and MSDS programs, go to our Align apply page.
If you have questions, please email khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
Admissions for the MS in Health Informatics program is held through the Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Contact information MS in Health Informatics can be found through the Bouvé College page.
Spring admissions timeline
Spring 2021
- May 15, 2020 – Application opens
- October 26, 2020 – Final international application deadline
- December 15, 2020 – Final domestic application deadline
Please allow 7-10 business days for your application status to be updated.
Decision dates
Admissions decisions will be released on a rolling basis, on the following dates:
September 18
October 16
November 1 (Final decision date for international applicants)
December 15 (Final decision date for domestic applicants)
After decisions are released, students will have two weeks (10 business days) from receipt of their decision to enroll and submit their $100 deposit.
Spring admissions timeline
Spring 2021
- May 15, 2020 – Application opens
- October 26, 2020 – Final international application deadline
- December 15, 2020 – Final domestic application deadline
Please allow 7-10 business days for your application status to be updated.
Decision dates
Admissions decisions will be released on a rolling basis, on the following dates:
September 18
October 16
November 1 (Final decision date for international applicants)
December 15 (Final decision date for domestic applicants)
After decisions are released, students will have two weeks (10 business days) from receipt of their decision to enroll and submit their $100 deposit.
Spring 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to the Vancouver and U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): October 1*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: December 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Spring 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to the Vancouver and U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): October 1*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: December 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Spring 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to the Vancouver and U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): October 1*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: December 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Spring 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to the Vancouver and U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): October 1*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: December 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Fall 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to Vancouver campus (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
International students applying to U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: August 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Fall 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to Vancouver campus (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
International students applying to U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: August 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Fall 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to Vancouver campus (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
International students applying to U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: August 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
Fall 2025 admissions timeline
International students applying to Vancouver campus (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
International students applying to U.S. campuses (including those living in and out of the country): April 15*
Domestic students applying to all campuses: August 1
*Deadline is subject to change.
Decision Dates
Applications will be read on a rolling basis as they are received.
For applicants to MS in CS and Align MS
Please note that the campus preference you list on your application is only a preference and is not binding—an application for the MSCS program is applicable for all campuses and subject to campus capacity limits.
If program is offered in multiple locations, applicants are required to select a first and second choice campus, as the capacity limit in each location varies.
Northeastern appreciates the commitment of all of our incoming students, and please contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team at khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu should you have any questions.
For applicants to MS in CS and Align MS
Please note that the campus preference you list on your application is only a preference and is not binding—an application for the MSCS program is applicable for all campuses and subject to campus capacity limits.
If program is offered in multiple locations, applicants are required to select a first and second choice campus, as the capacity limit in each location varies.
Northeastern appreciates the commitment of all of our incoming students, and please contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team at khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu should you have any questions.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
For applicants to MS in CS and Align MS
Please note that the campus preference you list on your application is only a preference and is not binding—an application for the MSCS program is applicable for all campuses and subject to campus capacity limits.
If program is offered in multiple locations, applicants are required to select a first and second choice campus, as the capacity limit in each location varies.
Northeastern appreciates the commitment of all of our incoming students, and please contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team at khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu should you have any questions.
For applicants to MS in CS and Align MS
Please note that the campus preference you list on your application is only a preference and is not binding—an application for the MSCS program is applicable for all campuses and subject to campus capacity limits.
If program is offered in multiple locations, applicants are required to select a first and second choice campus, as the capacity limit in each location varies.
Northeastern appreciates the commitment of all of our incoming students, and please contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team at khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu should you have any questions.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100, IELTS = 7.5, or Duolingo = 125
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test ONLY IF they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- Degree received in a non-English speaking country (regardless of language of instruction in institution)
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100, IELTS = 7.5, or Duolingo = 125
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test ONLY IF they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- Degree received in a non-English speaking country (regardless of language of instruction in institution)
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100, IELTS = 7.5, or Duolingo = 125
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test ONLY IF they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- Degree received in a non-English speaking country (regardless of language of instruction in institution)
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100, IELTS = 7.5, or Duolingo = 125
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test ONLY IF they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- Degree received in a non-English speaking country (regardless of language of instruction in institution)
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our U.S. campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a U.S. Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with the U.S.
- Hold a U.S. Green Card
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
Applicants to our Canadian campuses
Students are considered domestic if they:
- Hold a Canadian Citizenship
- Hold a Dual Citizenship with Canada
- Hold a Canadian Permanent Residency
If the above do not apply, the student is considered international.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100 or IELTS = 7.5
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language. Additionally, international students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) from an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100 or IELTS = 7.5
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language. Additionally, international students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) from an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100 or IELTS = 7.5
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language. Additionally, international students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) from an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS admissions requirements
General requirements
GPA minimums
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
8.0 on a 10.0 scale
80 on a 100 scale
Please upload a PDF copy of your transcripts to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed. For international students – a WES evaluation is not required.
Test score minimums
We are currently waiving the GRE requirement per the University-wide policy. You may apply without a GRE. If you wish to submit GRE scores, we will consider them as a supplementary material only.
Transcript requirements
Transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary education institutions (AKA after high school) are required. For applicants who have graduated from any post-secondary education program(s), degree certificate(s) are also required. If transcript(s) and/or degree certificate(s) are issued in a language other than English, an English translation must accompany the native language documents. An English translation only will not be deemed sufficient. For applicants who are pursuing or have completed a four-year undergraduate degree program, a minimum of six semesters of courses, grades and credits must be reflected in uploaded documentation (for three-year undergraduate degree programs, a minimum of four semesters must be present).
For applicants who have obtained credentials from India, semester mark sheets and degree certificate(s)/provisional certificate(s) are required in addition to the consolidated transcript. If semester mark sheets are unavailable, an official communication on institutional letterhead must accompany the consolidated transcript indicating any retakes/backlogs associated with the program.
For applicants who have obtained credentials from China, the degree certificate and graduation certificate are required.
Also include the reverse side of the transcript(s) when uploading your documentation; specifically any grading scale information, legend, or university instructions included on the reverse side of the transcript(s) should also be included in the scanned copy.
English proficiency tests
TOEFL = 100 or IELTS = 7.5
Note: We will not super-score the IELTS or TOEFL.
At this time we accept all At Home versions of the English Language Tests.
International students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) in a country where English is an official language. Additionally, international students may waive the English Language Test if they have received a 4+ year degree (Bachelor’s or doctoral) from an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
The following circumstances do not qualify for a waiver:
- 2-year Master’s degree received in an English-speaking country
- 2+2 or 3+1 programs (joint programs between international institutions)
Please upload a PDF copy of your test scores to the application – we will not review unless this step is completed.
Statement of purpose
The statement of purpose is important for determining an applicant’s motivation and conviction in applying for their desired program. We are looking for specific and driven statements of purpose. The statement is a good place for applicants to contextualize their educational experience. We recommend a length of 1000 words – however, this is a guideline and not a hard limit.
Letters of recommendation
For students who are applying directly from undergrad, we recommend two academic and one professional reference. For students who are applying from the workforce, we recommend two professional and one academic reference. These are guidelines and not requirements. Recommenders must submit letters via the link provided by the application portal—we cannot accept letters via third-party systems such as Interfolio.
MS in computer science requirements
- Programming/coding classes or equivalent programming experience
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Data structures classes or equivalent experiences in data management
- Calculus and discrete mathematics in undergrad
- Other courses to consider: Software Engineering, Introduction to Programming, Compilers, Database Management, Object Oriented Programming, or Algorithms.
MS in computer science requirements
- Programming/coding classes or equivalent programming experience
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Data structures classes or equivalent experiences in data management
- Calculus and discrete mathematics in undergrad
- Other courses to consider: Software Engineering, Introduction to Programming, Compilers, Database Management, Object Oriented Programming, or Algorithms.
MS in computer science requirements
- Programming/coding classes or equivalent programming experience
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Data structures classes or equivalent experiences in data management
- Calculus and discrete mathematics in undergrad
- Other courses to consider: Software Engineering, Introduction to Programming, Compilers, Database Management, Object Oriented Programming, or Algorithms.
MS in computer science requirements
- Programming/coding classes or equivalent programming experience
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Data structures classes or equivalent experiences in data management
- Calculus and discrete mathematics in undergrad
- Other courses to consider: Software Engineering, Introduction to Programming, Compilers, Database Management, Object Oriented Programming, or Algorithms.
MS in data science requirements
- Math background
- Multiple years of advanced mathematics, including linear algebra, calculus, and statistics
- Programming background
- At least one programming/coding class or equivalent experience
MS in data science requirements
- Math background
- Multiple years of advanced mathematics, including linear algebra, calculus, and statistics
- Programming background
- At least one programming/coding class or equivalent experience
MS in data science requirements
- Math background
- Multiple years of advanced mathematics, including linear algebra, calculus, and statistics
- Programming background
- At least one programming/coding class or equivalent experience
MS in data science requirements
- Math background
- Multiple years of advanced mathematics, including linear algebra, calculus, and statistics
- Programming background
- At least one programming/coding class or equivalent experience
MS in cybersecurity requirements
- Some coding/programming background (classes or equivalent experience)
- Basic mathematics background in undergrad or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Linux systems
MS in cybersecurity requirements
- Some coding/programming background (classes or equivalent experience)
- Basic mathematics background in undergrad or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Linux systems
MS in cybersecurity requirements
- Some coding/programming background (classes or equivalent experience)
- Basic mathematics background in undergrad or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Linux systems
MS in cybersecurity requirements
- Some coding/programming background (classes or equivalent experience)
- Basic mathematics background in undergrad or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Linux systems
MS in artificial intelligence requirements
- Some programming experience:
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Coding classes in undergrad or equivalent work experience as a programmer, software engineer, etc.
- Math background
- At least one year of linear algebra (or discrete math, advanced calculus, etc.) and/or at least one year of high-level statistics
MS in artificial intelligence requirements
- Some programming experience:
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Coding classes in undergrad or equivalent work experience as a programmer, software engineer, etc.
- Math background
- At least one year of linear algebra (or discrete math, advanced calculus, etc.) and/or at least one year of high-level statistics
MS in artificial intelligence requirements
- Some programming experience:
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Coding classes in undergrad or equivalent work experience as a programmer, software engineer, etc.
- Math background
- At least one year of linear algebra (or discrete math, advanced calculus, etc.) and/or at least one year of high-level statistics
MS in artificial intelligence requirements
- Some programming experience:
- Experience writing code in a high-level programming language
- Coding classes in undergrad or equivalent work experience as a programmer, software engineer, etc.
- Math background
- At least one year of linear algebra (or discrete math, advanced calculus, etc.) and/or at least one year of high-level statistics
Requesting your I-20
The Office of Global Services is the best resource for information regarding the I-20 process. Click here for information including deadlines and frequently asked questions.
If you cannot meet the I-20 deadline for your semester of enrollment, you may need to defer your enrollment to a future term. Feel free to contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team or the Office of Global Services with any questions.
Requesting your I-20
The Office of Global Services is the best resource for information regarding the I-20 process. Click here for information including deadlines and frequently asked questions.
If you cannot meet the I-20 deadline for your semester of enrollment, you may need to defer your enrollment to a future term. Feel free to contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team or the Office of Global Services with any questions.
Requesting your I-20
The Office of Global Services is the best resource for information regarding the I-20 process. Click here for information including deadlines and frequently asked questions.
If you cannot meet the I-20 deadline for your semester of enrollment, you may need to defer your enrollment to a future term. Feel free to contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team or the Office of Global Services with any questions.
Requesting your I-20
The Office of Global Services is the best resource for information regarding the I-20 process. Click here for information including deadlines and frequently asked questions.
If you cannot meet the I-20 deadline for your semester of enrollment, you may need to defer your enrollment to a future term. Feel free to contact the Khoury Graduate Admissions Team or the Office of Global Services with any questions.
Additional Resources
Office of Global Services (OGS)
Contact: ogs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-2310
Student Financial Services
Contact: sfs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-5899
Additional Resources
Office of Global Services (OGS)
Contact: ogs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-2310
Student Financial Services
Contact: sfs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-5899
Additional Resources
Office of Global Services (OGS)
Contact: ogs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-2310
Student Financial Services
Contact: sfs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-5899
Additional Resources
Office of Global Services (OGS)
Contact: ogs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-2310
Student Financial Services
Contact: sfs@northeastern.edu or 617-373-5899
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Khoury Social
Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
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Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
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