Research. Education. Innovation.

Across a culture of respect and equity, we are solving the greatest challenges of our planet, with groundbreaking fundamental and applied research. Through innovative, research-linked experiential education, our students are empowered to be confident, entrepreneurial problem-solvers, with flexible skills for a vast set of careers.

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Scientific Discovery Around Every Corner

Could ‘new’ antibiotic treatment prevent chronic Lyme disease?

Every year, tens of thousands of new Lyme disease patients find that their symptoms persist even after the standard course of antibiotic treatment.

Researcher on floating wetland Emerald Tutu

Using nature to fight rising seas

Picture Boston Harbor, a few years from now. The East Boston Greenway, a leafy urban trail, no longer stops a block from the pier, but extends into the ocean.

05/16/23 – BOSTON, MA. – Anushka Rajagopalan conducts research on toxic Alaskan algal blooms that cause paralytic shellfish poisoning, which threatens marine life and even humans, for her co-op at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.

What’s behind the toxic algae producing killer shellfish in Alaska?

Most people probably associate algal blooms with red tides in Florida that can lead to skin irritation, burning eyes and rashes in exposed individuals.

Coming soon: A co-op experience living under the ocea

Imagine a co-op experience in which Northeastern University students live for weeks at a time in the world’s largest undersea science station, venturing into the surrounding Caribbean waters on daily scuba dives.

An artist’s rendering of a black hole as it consumes cosmic dust and gas.

Scientists discovered the largest ever cosmic explosion

Astronomers have discovered the biggest cosmic explosion ever witnessed, a massive burst of energy 2 trillion times brighter than our sun and 10 times more powerful than the most powerful supernova.

Cherry blossoms in bloom on Northeastern's campus

Announcing the 2024 TIER 1 Award Recipients

Twenty-nine interdisciplinary teams—ten include College of Science faculty members—have been selected to receive 2024 TIER 1 Awards, three of which are Mentored Awards.

Golden Grad Karl Anderson ’58 returned to see his grandson graduate at Fenway on Sunday, May 7, 2023.

Two generations apart, both proud Northeastern grads

Wearing a golden robe and black cap, Karl Anderson sat proudly in a suite above the field at Fenway Park on Sunday. On the field below, Anderson’s grandson Karlan DeWitt marched in the procession wearing his black gown and mortarboard.

Emotions run high for first-generation students

Jamelle Texeria put his own college plans on hold with the birth of his daughter Kiera Perryman. He says that makes watching her walk across the stage as a first-generation college student extra emotional.

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06.08.23

Mathematics

Third Graduate Student Conference: Geometry and Topology meet Data Analysis and Machine Learning

360 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115

06.15.23

Biotechnology

IPI Surfacing: A cell surface receptor symposium

Joseph B. Martin Conference Center 77 Avenue Louis Pasteur Boston, MA 02115

06.15.23

Biochemistry

IPI Surfacing: A cell surface receptor symposium

Joseph B. Martin Conference Center

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The College of Science 2021-2022 Annual Report

Our Annual Report explores our collective accolades, research endeavors, student and alumni accomplishments, and more.

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Departments & Programs of Study

The College of Science’s broad-ranging programs in physical sciences, life sciences and mathematics are aimed at a deep understanding of emerging research and technology. Discover the degree programs available, learn about the faculty and research opportunities, and more!

58+ Majors
14+ Minors
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A WHOLE NEW WORLD OF LEARNING

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Accelerated Masters Degrees Offered by COS

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What to Think About When You Get Here

Where will COS take you?

Our wide scope of Experiential Learning opportunities help our students discover their future path. Experiences include our signature Cooperative Education (co-op) program, vast Global Experience offerings, and civic outreach through our Service-Learning platform. Students work with advisors to tailor their education to meet specific learning and personal goals

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Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Research is the foundation of the scientific community. It will build your resume, help you forge connections, and give you a glimpse into potential careers. Take advantage of the head start by reviewing all your opportunities at COS. Think big, and get to work.

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The PlusOne Program

If you’re set on getting a master’s, you might as well start early. The PlusOne Program gives students the opportunity to pursue both undergraduate and graduate degrees successively, in a condensed period of time.

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Scholarships, Clubs, and Student Life

So much of the Northeastern COS experience takes place outside the classroom. Don’t miss out on the clubs, scholarships, and research opportunities all across campus.

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PreMed and PreHealth Program

Our PreMed and PreHealth Advising program offers personalized expertise to COS students pursuing careers in healthcare. This comprehensive program includes application guidance, workshops and presentations, course mapping and more.

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Leadership

The College of Science is guided by a team of leaders, pioneers, scientists, entrepreneurs, teachers, writers and researchers. They influence thinking, inspire ideas and create new innovation.

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Culture of Respect

We stand for a culture where each person is respected and valued, with action towards racial equality and justice.

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Research. Education. Innovation.

Connecting to Excellence: 2021-2022 Annual Report

A New Kind of PhD Training

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INVEST: A New Junior Faculty Program

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Research. Education. Innovation.

Scientific Discovery Around Every Corner

Events

In the Media

The College of Science 2021-2022 Annual Report

Departments & Programs of Study

What to Think About When You Get Here

Where will COS take you?

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

The PlusOne Program

Scholarships, Clubs, and Student Life

PreMed and PreHealth Program

Leadership

Culture of Respect

Alumni and Friends