Global Pathways is designed for international students who do not meet Northeastern’s English language admission requirements for their desired graduate degree program. This intensive academic program is taken for one or two semesters before admission to their program of interest.
You will participate in rigorous English language training and university skills preparation and enroll in one of two areas: the Business and Humanities Track or the Engineering, Math, and Computer Science Track. You will also take a 2-4 credit course that can then be transferred to your master’s degree.
Upon successful completion of the program requirements—as well as meeting progression requirements—you will be admitted to your graduate degree program of choice.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
April 2025
Northeastern University
360 Huntington Avenue,
BOSTON,
Massachusetts,
02115, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
January 2025
Northeastern University
360 Huntington Avenue,
BOSTON,
Massachusetts,
02115, United States
You need good grades in previous academic study that are equivalent to the minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) for entry to your chosen degree, whether you join a pathway or enter directly.
You can start with a Global Pathway program if your English level does not yet meet the requirements for a graduate degree. Your English proficiency determines the length of your pathway program, 1, 2, or 3 semesters.
Generally, we accept scores from any of the following English language exams:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Duolingo
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Students gain more than a degree at Northeastern University. They also graduate with real-world experience that fuels lifelong success.
