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 Domestic Deadlines (US Campuses)

TERMSTART OF CLASSESDEADLINE FOR ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Winter 2024January 8, 2024December 18, 2023
Second Half Winter 2024February 20, 2024January 30, 2024
Spring 2024April 8, 2024March 25, 2024
Second Half Spring 2024May 20, 2024May 6, 2024
Summer 2024July 8, 2024June 24, 2024
Second Half Summer 2024August 5, 2024July 22, 2024
Fall 2024September 16, 2024September 3, 2024
Second Half Fall 2024October 28, 2024October 14, 2024

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/.


Canadian Campus Deadlines (Domestic)

TERMSTART OF CLASSESDEADLINES FOR ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Fall 2024 (Toronto)To be announced.To be announced.
Fall 2024 (Vancouver)To be announced.To be announced.
Winter 2024 (Toronto)To be announced.To be announced.
Winter 2024 (Vancouver)To be announced.To be announced.

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)

PROGRAMDEADLINE
Doctor of EducationWinter 2024:
Priority Deadline: 12/01/23
Final Deadline: 12/15/23
Start Date: 1/08/24

Summer 2024:
Priority Deadline: 6/07/2024
Final Deadline: 7/21/2024
Start Date: 7/08/2024

Fall 2024:
Priority Deadline: 8/12/2024
Final Deadline: 8/26/2024
Start Date: 16/09/2024
Doctorate in Law & PolicyWinter 2024:
Final Deadline: 12/15/23
Start Date: 1/8/24

Summer 2024:
Final Deadline: 6/10/24
Start Date: 7/08/24

Fall 2024:
Final Deadline: 8/19/24
Start Date: 9/16/24
Transitional Doctor of Physical TherapyReference graduate domestic deadlines in chart above