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"There’s also an interesting focus on geographic information systems, which the other programs didn’t have...I really like that because for us, planners, the spatial component is so important." — Antonio Vázquez Brust, Current Student

68% of the world’s population projected to be living in cities by 2050 (United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, 2018).

"Northeastern prepared me for my career in many ways. It afforded me the ability to work and attend school at the same time. The access to faculty was excellent and allowed me to tailor my degree to my own interests. It was a great experience." — Austin Faison, Alumnus

There is a 5 out of 5 job satisfaction rating of professionals with an MPA (payscale.com).

"I was quite surprised how easily what I have learned as an MPA student translated to the daily functions of a nonprofit organization." — Andrew Bryant, Alumnus

Northeastern's MPA program has been around for 50 years, making it the longest-running program in New England.

"It’s not just about big data analytics or data visualization. It’s about being able to use this constant stream of information in a geospatial sense, with this geographical and time component, and find out how we can do something with it to inform the decision-making process." — Dr. Cordula Robinson, Teaching Professor and Faculty Lead

"In the program’s 'Crisis Mapping for Humanitarian Action' students learned to use open, crowdsourced data sets to provide relief during Nepal’s 2015 earthquake." — Dr. Cordula Robinson, Teaching Professor and Faculty Lead

Northeastern’s Geospatial Services program is a member of the USGIF.

Advanced degree holders earn a salary 35% higher than those with a bachelor's degree. 

Advanced degree holders earn a salary 35% higher than those with a bachelor's degree. 

"The program has been so informative and eye-opening as to how we might have, in the past, handled threats in a different manner, and how best to confront future challenges." —Christine Doucette, Alumna

"The program definitely gives us the practical tools to contribute in a variety of roles. It's also exposed me to a diverse faculty, who contribute to the field in myriad ways. Learning from such smart, thoughtful, and supportive practitioners is truly inspiring, and I am confident that they will help make my dream of serving my country a reality." — Christine Doucette, Alumna

"The program has really trained us to open our minds and view the world from a multiplicity of critical viewpoints." — Christine Doucette, Alumna

#1 ranking for our online Master of Arts in Homeland Security in the nation (thebestschools.org).

"The program gave me a better understanding and an increased curiosity about what is occurring on a global scale." — Kathleen H., Alumna

"Northeastern University has a fantastic network indispensible in helping us link our students with professional opportunities." — Marissa Lombardi, Assistant Teaching Professor and Faculty Director

"The program is not just a bunch of research papers...the learning and assignments are readily applicable to the workplace." — Dana Stranz, Alumna

The estimated average mid-career salary for those with a degree in International Relations is $92.9K (One Class, 2018).

"In my courses, I provide opportunities for learners to connect and network with mid- to senior-level practitioners to explore contemporary issues in higher education through asynchronous and synchronous formats." –Mounira Morris, Faculty Lead, MEd Higher Education Administration

All MEd students create ePortfolios, an example of their mastery in new topics and fields through documentation, assessment, and integration of coursework with their workplace experience. Students leverage this body of work throughout the program and after, as a key piece of their personal brand.

Our courses help students develop skills needed to be competitive in higher education, including: cultural competence; knowledge of college/university laws and regulations; data driven decision making; strategic thinking; and other practical skills such as budgeting, critical thinking, and supervision.

Approximately 14,500 openings for postsecondary education administrators are projected each year, on average, through the decade. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)

"From day one of class I was able to apply the materials in my current position. Now, I feel equipped with the tools I need to pursue a leadership position in higher education." —Lisa P, Alumni

"There’s a shift in using technology to make education more engaging through interactive tools and animation. In the program I've been able to find a creative outlet to incorporate these tools." — Michael W, Alumnus

"An ideal student for our program is someone who is looking to make a change in education, whatever that context is. Someone who is looking for an opportunity to grow and gain new knowledge not only to advance their career, but impact the field of education." — Lydia Young, Associate Teaching Professor, Graduate School of Education and Director of NExT

All MEd students create ePortfolios, an example of their mastery in new topics and fields through documentation, assessment, and integration of coursework with their workplace experience. Students leverage this body of work throughout the program and after, as a key piece of their personal brand. 

Not ready for a full master's degree? Consider our four-course eLearning and Instructional Design graduate certificate, which rolls into the master's program. 

Employment for instructional coordinators and designers is expected to grow 20% by 2020. 

"I relished the opportunity to think broadly about the field. It isn’t just a master's degree; it’s helping you understand the whole philosophy and landscape of education." — Chris G., Alumnus

"An ideal student for our program is someone who is looking to make a change in education, whatever that context is. Someone who is looking for an opportunity to grow and gain new knowledge not only to advance their career, but impact the field of education." — Lydia Young, Associate Teaching Professor, Graduate School of Education and Director of NExT

All MEd students create ePortfolios, an example of their mastery in new topics and fields through documentation, assessment, and integration of coursework with their workplace experience. Students leverage this body of work throughout the program and after, as a key piece of their personal brand. 

The Master of Education program has three concentrations, so students can choose courses that are highly tailored and relevant to their professional goals. 

9% — Expected increase in jobs for adult education teachers by 2022 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015).

"An ideal student for our program is someone who is looking to make a change in education, whatever that context is. Someone who is looking for an opportunity to grow and gain new knowledge not only to advance their career, but impact the field of education." — Lydia Young, Associate Teaching Professor, Graduate School of Education and Director of NExT

All MEd students create ePortfolios, an example of their mastery in new topics and fields through documentation, assessment, and integration of coursework with their workplace experience. Students leverage this body of work throughout the program and after, as a key piece of their personal brand. 

The Master of Education program has three concentrations, so students can choose courses that are highly tailored and relevant to their professional goals. 

Projected demand for Special Education Teachers in Massachusetts is expected to grow 20% by 2020. 

"The program provides a community of professors and peers who are supportive, knowledgeable, and committed to teaching and learning in urban environments." — Sarah B., Alumna

The program provides a pathway to earn a teaching license in Massachusetts for elementary and secondary classroom teachers. 

Job growth for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade teachers is expected to grow 14% by 2020.

"Some of the most valuable skills I learned were not anything found in a specific book, but rather gleaned from the professors and their past experiences." — Mike D., Information Systems Alumnus

"Our program relies on a heavy technical foundation to the managerial aspects of information systems. That puts us right in the middle of the leadership that's required to run IT organizations." — Kal Bugrara, Program Director

Students have the option to participate in a hands-on co-op experience through the Master of Science in Information Systems. 

Software developers are expected to see 22% employment growth by 2022, faster than the average of all occupations (US Bureau of Labor Statistics).

"The Master of Science in Energy Systems has positioned me at the intersection of energy engineering, business, and policy. All three of those factors are critical for the successful deployment of energy solutions." — Kevin J., Energy Systems

"I was looking for a career change…The offerings of the Northeastern University Energy Systems graduate program proved to be a perfect blend of technological training and real-world implementation." — Dan Berteletti, Energy Efficiency Consultant

Students have the option to participate in a hands-on co-op experience through the Master of Science in Energy Systems.

There have been more than 7.7M people employed in the Energy Systems industry since 2014 (International Renewable Energy Agency 2015 Renewable Energy and Jobs Annual Review)

"Northeastern's engineering management program provides a solid balance of engineering principles, leadership, and project management skills. This has laid the foundation for an eye-catching resumé; the versatile engineering manager that the job market values highly." — Yeliz O., Engineering Management Alumna

"I've had Engineering Management students report to me that its almost a 24-hour turnaround for applying what they've learned in the classroom." — Thomas Cullinane, Program Director

Students have the option to participate in a hands-on co-op experience through the Master of Science in Engineering Management. 

There has been a 40% increase in graduate-level job postings seeking engineering management skills since June 2014 (Burning Glass Labor Insight).

"Be prepared to do things you never thought you’d be doing. The digital media program is designed in a way to enable anyone from any career or background to come to the table and succeed." — Michael S., '15

You can stack the following graduate certificates into this degree: Digital Video, Digital Media Management, Game Design, Interactive Design, 3D Animation, and Social Media and Online Communities.

Communications and digital media jobs are expected to grow by more than 83K by 2022 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

"The program is a great investment in yourself. You’re going to learn a lot of skills that you might not have learned so quickly in the workplace, you’re going to be exposed to a broad range of ideas and people with different experiences. It’s 100% worth it." — Patrick G., '14

"As more and more companies come to understand the importance of usability, we’re seeing more and more demand for technical communicators with this knowledge." — Julia Cho, Senior Lecturer

The Master of Science in Technical Communication offers 3 concentrations, allowing students to align their studies with their personal interests and career goals. 

Communications and digital media jobs are expected to grow by more than 83K by 2022 (US Bureau of Labor Statistics).

"The capstone class, where we got to do our final project, really helped me improve my writing skills, think about the words I use, and think about how to communicate with people. I think this will be greatly beneficial for my work in the future." — Kathleen A., Corporate and Organizational Communication Alumna

"Our goal is to provide students with the communications skills and strategic perspective required to have an impact on organizational performance." — Carl Zangerl, Program Director

The Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication offers seven concentrations, allowing students to align their studies with their personal interests and career goals. 

Communications and digital media jobs are expected to grow by more than 83K by 2022 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

"The foundational courses piqued my interest the most due to the variety of material that was covered." — Rita C., Current Student

Nationwide, 14% of law-school enrollees are pursuing non-JD programs, compared with 8% five years ago. (Source: American Bar Association, 2018)

"Our Master of Legal Studies degree gives nonlawyer professionals in heavily regulated industries the legal tools they need to move their careers, and companies, forward." —Professor James Hackney

"It has really helped connect the dots for me in understanding legal concepts particularly related to the corporate world." — Pamela R., Current Student

Credits earned completing this certificate can be applied toward the MS in Corporate and Organizational Communication and the MPS in Digital Media.

This certificate can stack into the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media.

This certificate can stack into the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media. 

This certificate can stack into the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media. 

This certificate can stack into the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media. 

Communications and digital media jobs are expected to grow by more than 83K by 2022 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Northeastern is ranked as the #1 university for co-ops and internships. (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)

"It becomes more apparent each day that we must continuously rejuvenate and generate the arts at the core of society, to ensure a healthy, sustainable, secure, diverse and meaningful civilization." — Nathan Felde, Professor, Art + Design

This certificate can stack into the Master of Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship.

23% of job postings in the arts and entertainment industry call for graduate level professionals (Northeastern Survey, 2014).

"DLP faculty members hold students to very high academic standards. During the program, I have developed a core set of intellectual skills and have been able to apply those skills to a policy problem within my profession." — Karen C., Alumna

The Doctor of Law and Policy builds on Northeastern's expertise in experiential learning, connecting students to our Global Network of more than 3,200+ employer partners and 245,000 alumni. 

"The Doctor of Law & Policy's biggest strength is the cohort model. I found it extremely helpful to hear diverse perspectives informed by a range of industries." — Joseph Chillo, Alumnus

The estimated average annual salary difference for professionals in related fields with Doctorates versus with Master's Degrees is $28,990 (2014 CPS analysis of data from payscale.com).

"For me, what's unique about the program is that you’re going to get to study something that's meaningful to you, your work, your career, or where you want to take your organization." — Lisa F., Alum

"We are developing scholar practitioners which means students are experienced educators who already are in the field and are looking to change problems on the ground. As students are moving through their coursework and learning new knowledge and skills they are able to implement that within their organizations." Sara Ewell, PhD, Associate Teaching Professor

Student’s work in the dissertation in practice gives them practical experience in performing qualitative and quantitative research.

There are three concentrations within the doctoral program to help tailor your course of study to your particular area of interest. 

$3.65 million: The average lifetime earnings of an individual with a doctoral degree. 

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