About Us
Founded in Boston in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and a world leader in experiential learning, with locations in Boston, Charlotte, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Toronto, and now Vancouver. We know that in a time of rapid technological change, you need to continue learning to keep up.
Northeastern University in Vancouver is dedicated to delivering an education that’s industry-responsive, employer-aligned, and student-centered. Our master’s degree programs are offered in online and hybrid learning formats, making them flexible to your needs.
Our Core Values
Contribution
Northeastern seeks to contribute to the individual fulfillment of each member of the university, to the welfare of the surrounding communities, and to solutions that will address global and societal needs.
Diversity
The university celebrates diversity in all of its forms, fostering a culture of respect that affirms intergroup relations and builds community.
Integrity
We pursue each of our activities and interactions with integrity, maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Engagement
The university promotes active engagement in teaching and learning, in scholarship and research, in the life of urban communities, and with our alumni and friends.
Opportunity
Northeastern provides opportunities to those who strive to overcome disadvantages and show great promise for future success.
A Tradition of Leadership
Northeastern was founded on a new idea: that higher education would be enriched by integrating students’ coursework with opportunities for experience in their field of study; that a university could best serve its students and lead innovation by engaging directly with its community through partnerships with employers.
The Northeastern network now extends to more than 3,300 employers and 255,000 alumni in seven continents. Our locations in Boston, Seattle, Charlotte, the San Francisco Bay Area, Toronto, and now Vancouver are devoted to connecting students to high-demand industries in innovation hubs, advancing research and development, and supporting local economic growth.
A little about Northeastern:
- Ranked 39 among U.S. colleges and universities (U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges)
- Ranked among most innovative U.S. national universities (U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges)
- Ranked 2nd for best internships/career services (Princeton Review)
- Graded A+ for job placement (BusinessWeek)
