Orientation
Welcome! Your Journey Starts Here.
Congratulations on your admission to Northeastern University! The next step is to enroll. This website provides easy access to all the information you’ll need to help you get there and hit the ground running—so you can get the most from your experience here.
First, activate your Northeastern account, which opens the way to university resources, including the Student Hub and email accounts. The username and password are set up at the time of account claim. To claim a Northeastern student account, click the unique link in the email (valid for 60 days after receipt) to begin the process of claiming the Northeastern online account. If it has been more than 60 days, contact the IT Service Desk.
Orientation is different according to your campus designation.
All Boston and Online learners are encouraged to complete the pre-orientation module to help navigate essential resources, programs, and platforms to chart their Northeastern path to global, research, and experiential opportunities and programs.
Regional students are encouraged to attend their campus-specific orientation and the General Student Orientation.
Graduate and Doctoral Orientation
Are you starting in a CPS graduate and doctoral program for the Spring Quarter 2026? Welcome – we’re so happy you’re here!
You are invited to meet their classmates, faculty, and advisors at our virtual orientation on Friday, April 3, 2026 – be sure to check your Northeastern University email inbox for details and the full schedule will be available soon.
Undergraduate Orientation
Are you starting in a CPS undergraduate program for the Summer Semester 2026? Welcome – we’re so happy you’re here!
You are invited to meet their classmates, faculty, and advisors at our virtual orientation on Friday, Saturday, April 25, 2026 – be sure to check your Northeastern University email inbox for details and the full schedule will be available soon.
Ready to register for classes?
We work to make getting started simple with registration guides that list what courses you need for each program. And if you need more help, reach out at 1-833-NU-LEARN (1-833-685-3276) or send us an email [email protected].
Past Orientation Recordings
Graduate Orientation
Undergraduate Orientation
Contact Us
If you have questions or need assistance, please email [email protected] and we’ll happily assist you.
Academic Support and Student Resources
From the academic calendar, to the bookstore, to the support you need to get enrolled in your classes— and everything else you need to navigate being a student at Northeastern.
Career Development, Experiential Network, Co-op and Internships
Connect with your Co-op advisor to get prepared for classes, explore possible co-ops, and discuss options and opportunities for your career.
Online Learning
The technology, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of learning online.
International Student Resources
If you’re an international student, there are a few important things you’ll need to know to make your move go as smoothly as possible.
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