
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis, however we do recommend following the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term. If you are an international student, please consult the international admissions deadlines.
doctoral Applicants
PROGRAM | DEADLINE |
Doctor of Education | Winter 2021: Priority deadline: December 1, 2020 Final deadline: December 14, 2020 Start date: January 19, 2021 |
Doctorate in Law & Policy | Winter 2021 (Seattle): Priority Deadline: December 1, 2020 Final Deadline: December 14, 2020 Start date: January 19, 2021 |
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy | Reference graduate domestic deadlines in chart below |
Graduate domestic deadlines
TERM | START OF CLASSES | DEADLINE FOR ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS |
Winter 2021 | January 19, 2021 | January 1, 2021 |
Second Half Winter 2021 | February 22, 2021 | February 12, 2021 |
Spring 2021 | April 12, 2021 | April 2, 2021 |
Second Half Spring 2021 | May 24, 2021 | May 14, 2021 |
Summer 2021 | July 12, 2021 | July 2, 2021 |
Fall 2021 | September 20, 2021 | September 7, 2021 |
Second Half Fall 2021 | November 1, 2021 | October 18, 2021 |
International students requiring F1 student visas should consult the following website for their specific deadlines: https://cps.northeastern.edu/admissions/international/application-timeline.