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Welcome to Northeastern University

In 1898, Northeastern University began its journey to one of the most prestigious research universities in the world. For more than one hundred years, it has been famous as one of the most expansive co-op/internship programs in the world. In addition to its learning community at the main campus in Boston, it has campuses in Maine, California, North Carolina, Vancouver, Washington, and England. For students who want to include study abroad in their academic-year, there is a program for studying abroad that includes more than 170 colleges and universities.

Northeastern’s cooperative education program helps establish academic success and professional success. They combine professional experience with classwork and coordinate with 3,100 partners all over the world. This distinguishes Northeastern University from other universities and complements student life as no other university can.

New students might have trouble deciding which opportunities to choose. There are more than ninety majors available. Freshmen do not have to choose a major immediately. By the end of sophomore year, students do have to make a commitment. There is an undergraduate student handbook to help first-year students traverse the many available options. International students will find Northeastern University to be a welcoming environment. There are currently students from over 140 countries. Transfer students can apply in both the fall and spring semesters.

Programs at Northeastern University

The Honors Program at Northeastern is one of the many advantages offered at NEU. This student-driven, interdisciplinary program provides advantages in achieving personal and professional goals. The focus of the program is on intellectual dexterity and developing an encompassing worldview.

This is a great school for graduate students also. As of this writing, there were 400 hundred graduate programs! Each college has different application requirements so it is important to check each one. Graduate programs are available in the following:

  • The College of Professional Studies
  • The College of Social Sciences and Humanities
  • The Khoury College of Computer Sciences
  • The College of Arts, Media, and Design
  • The School of Law
  • The D’Amore-McKim School of Business
  • The Bouve College of Health Sciences
  • The College of Engineering
  • The College of Science

Student Life and Activities

Northeastern is an ideal place for student activities. There are over 400 student organizations to suit the needs of both new and returning students. If you are interested in community involvement, there is a student center focused on leadership, a center for community service, and a social justice resource center. When you are facing physical or emotional challenges, they have seven different organizations that offer support. There are organizations such as the Center for Intercultural Engagement that help with forming connections. When you apply for housing, the Housing and Residential Life office is there to help. The Off Campus Housing and Support Services is available to assist students with NEU off campus housing. There is a fully staffed Student Affairs team to support students in all aspects of their university experience.

Fitness, Entertainment, and Enrichment

When you want to exercise, there is no better place than Marino Recreation Center. Located at 369 Huntington Avenue, it has an indoor track, cardio machines, weights, and courts. There are numerous performance-oriented clubs such as Acting Out, Silver Masque, and Live Music Associations. There are print media clubs such as The Huntington News and Spectrum Literary Magazine. There are STEM clubs such as Marine Biology Club, Biomedical Engineering Society, and Wireless Club. Female students in STEM majors have organizations that represent their interests such as Graduate Women in Science and Engineering and Northeastern Women in Technology. There are too many clubs and organizations to list in this article, but no matter what your interests are, there are people here that share them.

University Housing and Residence Life

Applying for housing at NEU is simple, but you must follow certain rules for housing for students. There are publications that explain what you need to do: Guide to Residence Hall Living, the Student Handbook, and an agreement that covers dining-hall requirements. If you have questions concerning housing and living on campus or NEU off campus housing, you can contact Housing and Residential Life. They will offer housing guidance.

General Information about College Dormitories at NEU

To insure the health and safety of students who live on campus, all college dorms are smoke-free. Every room has the following furnishings: desks, a dresser, desk chairs, and bed frames with mattresses. In most halls, students can use common areas for studying. Most rooms are double rooms. However, room selection is possible. Single rooms are available; if you need a single room, you can register with the University Health and Counseling Services and they can work on providing housing accommodations. Bath facilities are single-gender but coed housing is an option. If you prefer a private bathroom in your living area, they are located in the apartment-style residence halls. Some apartments have a kitchenette instead of a full size kitchen. Wireless internet is available throughout the campus. Northeastern University Housing and Residential Life determine move-in and move-out dates.

Housing Requirements for Each Year

University housing is required for first-year students. Review options before the fall semester. The freshman dorm provides support for students living on campus. Living with others can be a challenge; a supportive environment is essential. Meal plans are also required for first-year students. Make sure you add in room and board rates when calculating your budget. The housing office could change a housing assignment due to housing and residence availability. A room assigned to a freshman could be in a second year or upperclassmen dorm. The First Year Experience Program provides guidance to incoming students.

The Second Year Experience Program provides guidance for second-year students. As with first-year students, housing assignments could be altered due to the availability of residences. They do have different student housing options such as campus apartments.

For students in their third year and beyond, there are more choices for living arrangements. Apartment style accommodations are available. Off-Campus Housing and Support Services will assist in finding graduate housing for students who need to live off campus. Apartments near Northeastern University are available, but it is a good idea to get some assistance.

When you are looking for a place to live, be aware that rates are determined per semester. Current summer session rates are equal to half of the rate for a full semester.

Northeastern University Off Campus Housing – Leased Properties

Northeastern leases a number of buildings for student housing. They treat these as university buildings. While they are somewhat similar to apartments for rent near Northeastern University, units have their own pricing structure through the school and are not available to rent directly. The office of Housing and Residential Life handles apartment and room assignments. Residents are subject to many of the same rules and restrictions as those living in a dormitory, including roommate assignments.

This is a list of apartment-style rooms available for housing undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergrads:

  • 49 Symphony Road
  • 16 Westland Avenue
  • 52 Westland Avenue
  • 84 The Fenway
  • Douglas Park
  • Douglass Park at Tremont Street
  • 132 Hemenway Street
  • 136 Hemenway Street
  • 204 Hemenway Street
  • 97 St. Stephen Street
  • 109 St. Stephen Street
  • 115 St. Stephen Street
  • 1065 Tremont Street

Graduate-student accommodations are at 331 Huntington Avenue. Apartments available for law students are at 335 Huntington Avenue.

Undergraduate and graduate students:

  • 309 Huntington Avenue
  • 311 Huntington Avenue
  • 313 Huntington Avenue
  • 315 Huntington Avenue

84 The Fenway

Built in 1915 and renovated in 2014, this lovely traditional style building has a number of floor-plan options. If you are an upperclassman looking for an apartment on campus to share, you may want to consider this building. It has a five-bedroom apartment that makes it easier to live in the same space with many roommates. Washer and dryer laundry facilities are one of the many amenities. If finding an apartment on campus that allows cats is a priority, The Fenway won’t disappoint you; you are allowed one cat. There is also a full kitchen containing an oven, range, and refrigerator.

136 Hemenway Street

If a big high-rise dorm is not cozy enough for you, this building may interest you. If you also find living in a first-floor apartment to be more convenient, you may find your apartment here. For an added bonus, they have in-unit washers and dryers. This student accommodation is for undergraduates.

49 Symphony Road

49 Symphony Road is a multi-unit condo structure. These apartments are right next to Northeastern! This places them in the Fenway neighborhood. They have a few amenities not available in other NEU off campus housing: bedroom balcony access and garage parking. If you don’t want to leave your beloved feline behind you don’t have to, this dwelling allows cats. If you are interested in fully furnished apartments, you might want to find out what each apartment contains.

Transportation

Boston is a city with a speedy and efficient transportation system. Whether you live in one of the apartments near Northeastern University or housing on campus, the MBTA will get you there and back. The MBTA Green Line stop for Northeastern University is on Huntington Avenue between Opera Place and Forsyth Street. By remaining on the Green Line E train, you can reach the Museum of Fine Arts, Longwood, and Mission Park. The Orange Line provides easy accessibility also and stops at Back Bay, Mass Ave., and Ruggles Street. No matter where you reside, with the MBTA your commute is short distance to anywhere you need to go.

Selected Apartments near Northeastern University

At the time of this writing, there were plenty of selections for Northeastern off campus housing. Many of the rental listings are in the Symphony/Northeastern neighborhood, but there are also available rents in the surrounding neighborhoods of South End, Roxbury, Back Bay, and Fenway. Mission Hill has some terrific housing options and is near both the Orange and Green Lines. However, housing costs have a tendency to be higher here. There is a wide selection of apartment styles including everything from high-rises to townhouses. Many apartment buildings and complexes are now offering a virtual tour of available apartments. Allston has some cheap apartments for rent and is on the Green B Line. Downtown Boston provides easy access to Northeastern via the Orange Line. When you want to find an apartment for Northeastern off campus housing, do not limit your searches or your imagination.

Burbank Apartments

On 18 Haviland Street, where Fenway and Back Bay meet, you will find Burbank Apartments. These apartments near Northeastern University will provide quick access to The Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. If you want to enjoy the outdoors, you are close to the Emerald Necklace. Baseball fans will be happy to know that Fenway Park is only a short distance away. Being close to the Green and Orange Lines, tenants at Burbank Apartments have convenient public transportation options to reach most of what they are looking for in Boston.

They offer a variety of floorplans that include studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. Expertly designed Kitchens include energy-efficient appliances, dishwashers, and microwaves. When living in these apartments for rent near Northeastern University, you will have no trouble with internet access or cable-TV. Every housing option at Burbank apartments comes wired for cable and high-speed internet.

These apartments for rent near Northeastern University also contain a number of highly desirable amenities. Utilities are included in the rent and renters can pay online. If you are looking for an apartment that can accommodate your bike, leasing here offers the convenience of bicycle storage. An onsite laundry room makes that chore a lot easier. For peace of mind for the renter in a new apartment, there is onsite property management for twenty-four hour emergency maintenance.

James and Harrison Court

Located at 45 E. Newton Street, these two buildings provide the ambiance of historical buildings with the functionality of modern conveniences. These lovely buildings are a must-see in your apartment search. If you are interested in finding an apartment that provides lounges, they have both a resident lounge and a game room. There is also an onsite fitness center.

Church Park Apartments

These apartments near Northeastern University are in a unique building with a style described as concrete modernism. To rent an apartment here is to experience a taste of mid twentieth century forms. As of this writing, there are apartments available with your choice of floorplans. Renting here will also provide you with spectacular views of the Boston skyline. This rental property also boasts of a perk not always found in modern apartments – ample closet space to store all of your belongings.

Douglas Park Apartments

These luxury apartments near Northeastern University are just minutes away from campus. There are various floor plans for apartments with one to three bedrooms. The two and three bedroom apartments have two bathrooms. All apartments have walk in closets and a dishwasher. In-unit laundry facilities will take some of the stress out of doing chores. Communal amenities include a fitness center and a beautifully maintained courtyard.

The Parkside

This lovely brick apartment building is located at 91 Westland Avenue and represents classic Northeastern University off campus housing. Property highlights include an elevator, concierge, and pet friendly apartments. One of Boston’s leading management companies, Forest Properties, manages the building.

Fun Spots near Northeastern Off Campus Housing

Symphony Hall

Northeastern off campus apartments provide you with some of the best views, entertainment, and apartment listings in the greater Boston area. If your search for apartments includes being close to one of the world’s most beautiful classical music venues, Symphony Hall is close by on Massachusetts Avenue. In 1900, it was built for the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Both the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops Orchestra call this magnificent National Historic Landmark home. Living in apartments near Northeastern University allows you to be close to this monument to Boston’s dedication to music.

Matthews Arena

If you enjoy ice hockey and other sports, Matthews Arena is the oldest athletic building still in use in the world. It is located on St. Botolph Street and owned by NEU. It is the original home of the New England Whalers and the Boston Bruins and a secondary home to the Boston Celtics. The current tenants are the Northeastern Huskies and the WIT Leopards. Both graduation ceremonies and the Springfest concert are held here. Residents of apartments near Northeastern University never have to travel far to watch a great game.

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Apartments near Northeastern University put you within minutes of one of the world’s foremost art museums- the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Containing more than 450,000 works of art, this museum is a monument to some of the most famous past and present artists in the world. As of this writing, the following exhibitions are on view: Writing the Future – Basquiat and the Hip-Hop Generation, Art of the Americas, Murals for the Movement, Women Take the Floor, The Mural Project, and Black Histories, Black Futures.

The Mapparium

The Mary Baker Eddy Library houses the Mapparium – a stained glass globe offering a three-dimensional, 1935 representation of the world. It is three-stories high and while inside, you can experience a presentation illustrating ideas that have changed the world. The words, music, and lights will transport you to different times and places. Many consider it one of Boston’s most entertaining artistic achievements.

Getting Outside Apartments near Northeastern University

Apartments near Northeastern University also keep you close to nature. The Back Bay Fens adorns the area with 63.18 acres of beautiful parkland in the Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood.

Centennial Commons

This popular gathering place is a lovely swathe of walkways and green grass. Students love to socialize here and it is a favored place for school events. The area borders Meserve Hall, Robert J. Shillman Hall, Leon Street, Ruggles Station, Forsyth Street, and Ryder Hall.

Krentzman Quad

Throughout the year, this grassy mound is a favorite place for table fairs and other outdoor events. Blackman Auditorium and the Curry Student Center are close by.

Symphony Road Community Garden

For residents of apartments near Northeastern University who find gardens and gardening peaceful and relaxing, you can enjoy the plants here. People gather here to garden and learn from each other. Both ground level plots and raised beds are available. Visitors are welcome to stroll through the garden.

Symphony Park

Located between Symphony Hall and Berklee College of Music, this attractive city park is famous for its outdoor concerts. Residents of apartments near Northeastern University have the privilege of listening to some extremely talented artists while enjoying the outdoors.

William E. Carter Playground

If you live in one of the apartments near Northeastern University and need to move around a bit, this 6.5 acre park will give you the space. There are five tennis courts, two full-length fields, and a “tot lot” containing equipment for children of all abilities.

The South Bay Harbor Trail

This trail starts at Ruggles station and continues through many areas of Northeastern off campus housing. If you stay on it, the trail connects to the Boston Harborwalk. It is a mixed-use trail and connects people to different parts of Boston. This is a great way for residents of apartments near Northeastern University to view the city and the harbor.

Restaurants near NEU Off Campus Housing

The Beehive

People living in apartments near Northeastern University are in for a treat when they dine in this eclectic, art-inspired restaurant. According to Zagat, Travel and Leisure, and the New York Times, the Beehive should not be missed. Influenced by Eastern Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, the food here is not only delicious but also has an international flare. To accompany the wonderful food, they have a long list of champagnes and sparkling wines.

According to Downbeat Magazine, the Beehive is one of the top 100 jazz clubs in the world. It also made the list of “Best Of” in Boston Magazine. Every night, people living in apartments near Northeastern University can enjoy live electronica, jazz, blues, burlesque, Latin, country, cabaret, and R&B music.

QDOBA

Living in apartments near Northeastern University means that craving for Mexican food can always be satisfied. QDOBA is open until 10:00 PM every night so even if you are studying late, you don’t have to do it while hungry. Their menu is extensive and they are flexible. No matter what your food preferences are, they can accommodate you. You can choose your protein, vegetables, and even the flavors you like. They can adjust your meal to your needs. Even if you are on a vegan or keto diet, you can find great food here.

Boston Shawarma

Many residents of apartments near Northeastern University consider Boston Shawarma the best shawarma in the city. You won’t be served any of that frozen, reconstituted stuff you might get at other restaurants. They make everything fresh here. Their falafel contains the perfect blend of Mediterranean spices. Both meat and vegetarian dishes are available.

Bangkok Pinto

This restaurant takes its name from the container called pinto. It’s a traditional container used in Thailand to transport food. Their extensive menu makes it difficult to choose. If you are in the mood for Thai food, they offer chicken, shrimp, fish, and vegetarian dishes. If you live in one of the apartments near Northeastern University and you are busy, they deliver.

Finding Apartments near Northeastern University

If you want to find apartments for rent, you might be a bit dazed due to number of apartments near Northeastern University. However, that just adds to the area’s vibrancy. You can find everything from lofts to multiple bedrooms and all close to some of the best entertainment Boston has to offer.

Boston Pads can expedite the search for apartments near Northeastern University. Their expertly trained staff will smooth over lease concerns, landlord communications, and renter’s insurance questions. Nobody has more up-to-date selections or knows Boston better than Boston Pads. When you want to find the perfect place, trust the company that lives there.

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