Graduate Application Timeline
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.
GRADUATE QUARTER DOMESTIC DEADLINES (US CAMPUSES)
| TERM | START OF CLASSES | DEADLINE FOR ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS | ENROLLMENT DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | September 15, 2025 | September 1, 2025 | October 13, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 – Second Half | October 27, 2025 | September 1, 2025 | October 13, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | January 5, 2026 | December 8, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 – Second Half | February 17, 2026 | December 8, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Spring 2026 | April 6, 2026 | March 2, 2026 | March 16, 2026 |
| Spring 2026 – Second Half | May 18, 2026 | March 2, 2026 | March 16, 2026 |
International students requiring F1 student visas should consult the following website for their specific deadlines: https://cps.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/international-admissions/applications/international-application-timeline/.
GRADUATE SEMESTER DOMESTIC DEADLINES (US CAMPUSES)
| TERM | START OF CLASSES | DEADLINE FOR ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS | ENROLLMENT DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025* | September 3, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | August 15, 2025 |
| Spring 2026 | January 7, 2026 | December 1, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Fall 2026 | September 9, 2026 | August 3, 2026 | August 17, 2026 |
International students requiring F1 student visas should consult the following website for their specific deadlines: https://cps.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/international-admissions/applications/international-application-timeline/.
*For the 2025–2026 academic year, Master of Professional Studies in Applied AI and Master of Professional Studies in Applied AI Connect are being offered as a collaboration between the College of Professional Studies (CPS) and the Office of the Provost. CPS will continue to provide each student with full academic and student support services. Students will follow Northeastern University’s Graduate (GR) Academic Calendar and be governed by the academic policies and procedures documented in the university’s Graduate Catalog.
CANADIAN CAMPUS DEADLINES (DOMESTIC)
| TERM | START OF CLASSES | DEADLINES FOR ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS | ENROLLMENT DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 (Toronto) | 9/15/2025 | 9/1/2025 | 9/12/2025 |
| Fall 2025 (Vancouver) | 9/15/2025 | 9/1/2025 | 9/12/2025 |
| Winter 2026 (Toronto) | 1/5/2026 | 12/8/2025 | 12/15/2025 |
| Winter 2026 (Vancouver) | 1/5/2026 | 12/8/2025 | 12/15/2025 |
| Fall 2026 (Toronto) | 9/9/2026 | 8/3/2026 | 8/17/2026 |
| Fall 2026 (Vancouver) | 9/9/2026 | 8/3/2026 | 8/17/2026 |
International students requiring study permits should consult the following website for their specific deadlines: https://cps.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/international-admissions/applications/international-application-timeline/.
DOCTORAL APPLICANTS (US CAMPUSES)
| PROGRAM | DEADLINE |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Education | Fall 2025: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 8/11/2025 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/25/2025 Start Date: 9/15/2025 Winter 2026: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 12/1/2025 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 12/15/2025 Start Date: 1/5/2026 Fall 2026: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 8/3/2026 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/17/2026 Start Date: 9/9/2026 |
| Doctorate in Law & Policy | Fall 2025: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 8/11/2025 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/25/2025 Start Date: 9/15/2025 Winter 2026: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 12/1/2025 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 12/15/2025 Start Date: 1/5/2026 Fall 2026: Deadline for Admissions Requirements: 8/3/2026 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/17/2026 Start Date: 9/9/2026 |
| Doctor of Professional Studies | Fall 2025: Admissions Requirements Deadline: 8/1/2025 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/15/2025 Start Date: 9/3/2025 Fall 2026: Admissions Requirements Deadline: 8/3/2026 Enrollment Deposit Deadline: 8/17/2026 Start Date: 9/9/2026 |
*Please note that future terms of entry may be available on the graduate application but related deadlines are not yet available. Regardless, prospective students are encouraged to apply to their preferred term of entry. This page will be updated as additional information becomes available.
