C
Average
Score: 52/100

Northeastern University Oakland

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oakland, California 94613
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C+
62/100
Prestige
C
46/100

Quick Stats

658
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
17%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $62,000 $62,000
Room $10,610
Board $8,180
Total Cost (On-Campus) $85,539 $85,539

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Fine/Studio Arts, General 11 grads/yr Legal Studies 6 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 4 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 4 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 3 grads/yr Sociology, General 3 grads/yr Public Health, General 3 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 3 grads/yr Environmental Studies 3 grads/yr Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other 2 grads/yr History, General 2 grads/yr Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other 2 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 2 grads/yr Digital Arts 2 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 2 grads/yr Human Services, General 2 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 2 grads/yr Graphic Design 1 grads/yr Public Administration 1 grads/yr Environmental Science 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northeastern University Oakland's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 122,800 jobs
Artists and related workers, all other
$73k/yr 13,900 jobs
Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators
$61k/yr 26,500 jobs
Legal support workers, all other
$69k/yr 51,300 jobs
Paralegals and legal assistants
$61k/yr 376,200 jobs
English language and literature teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 72,200 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Proofreaders and copy markers
$49k/yr 12,000 jobs

Student Demographics

658
Total Students
50%
Women
89%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 21%
Hispanic 11%
Black 5%
Asian 32%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 19%
Hybrid (Some Online) 80%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northeastern University Oakland?
Northeastern University Oakland has an acceptance rate of 17%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Northeastern University Oakland?
Tuition at Northeastern University Oakland is $62,000 for in-state students and $62,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Northeastern University Oakland?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Northeastern University Oakland a good school?
Northeastern University Oakland has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northeastern University Oakland?
Northeastern University Oakland has a total enrollment of 658 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology