Northeastern University Regular Decision Acceptance Rate

Northeastern University saw a Regular Decision acceptance rate of 5.1% for the Class of 2028, with 2,459 out of 48,373 applicants being accepted. This marks a notable decrease from a rate of 6.7% in the previous application year (2024) when 2,819 applicants were admitted from 42,373. Over the past few years, acceptance rates have dramatically dropped, from 20.5% in 2020 and 18.0% in 2021 to the current 5.1%, showcasing a significant increase in competition among applicants. The historical trend indicates a tightening admission process, underscoring the growing selectivity at Northeastern.