Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee71,050USD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking#385
Program overview
What Northeastern University says about their program:
History and Cultural Anthropology, BA is an undergraduate program at Northeastern University. It introduces students to history and cultural anthropology offer an interdisciplinary combined major.
Through a combination of academic study and practical learning, students build subject knowledge alongside communication, analytical and professional skills. The program provides a strong foundation for further study and careers related to history and cultural anthropology, ba.
Admission requirements
English proficiency
- English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE, Cambridge English, Duolingo or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
- You are a native English speaker.
- You are a non-native English speaker, and immediately before enrolling at Northeastern, you will complete 4 consecutive, full-time academic years in high schools and universities where native English was the primary instructional language for all courses except foreign language acquisition courses.
All waiver requests must be submitted through your Application Status Check. For additional information and to determine whether you are eligible for a waiver, please see the International Students page for more information on waiving the English proficiency requirement.
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Required grades
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Additional requirements
Documents
- Official high school transcript submitted by a school counselor or other school official
- School Report submitted by the school counselor
- Official English-language test results, if required
- Final or predicted national examination results, if applicable
- Declaration and Certification of Finances (DCF) for international students
Recommendations
- One teacher recommendation
- One school counselor recommendation
Tests and examinations
- English-language proficiency demonstrated through an approved test or an eligible waiver
- Standardized test results (optional)
SAT and/or ACT
- Final or predicted national, regional or international examination results, if applicable
How to apply
2 routes available:
Fees
For 2026–27, undergraduate tuition is listed at approximately $35,525 per term, or around $71,050 per academic year, before additional fees and living costs. International students must submit a Declaration and Certification of Finances confirming they can cover their estimated costs. Northeastern does not offer federal or university-funded need-based aid to international students, but eligible students are automatically considered for competitive merit scholarships through their admission application.
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
from US$71,050 per year
What is the cost of living near Northeastern University?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $2,878 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $2,181 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $147 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $76 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $58 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $91 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $258 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $75 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $16 |
| Gym membership | $89 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and studentfinance.northeastern.edu (University published).
Visa requirements for Northeastern University
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