Why are students choosing Khoury College?
Choosing where to study computer science is a big decision. Why do so many students pick Khoury College? Our track record speaks for itself: 96 percent of new Northeastern graduates are working or pursuing advanced degrees in their field within nine months. Here are five key reasons that consistently stand out for students.
1. 60 combined majors
Passionate about health care and love computer science? Looking for a career in cybersecurity anchored in law and criminal justice? Interested in a career that tightly integrates business administration, AI, and data science? Khoury College offers 60 combined majors with curriculum specific to each individual academic program — unmatched opportunities to pursue passions and drive meaningful change.
2. Learning outside the classroom
Northeastern gives you the opportunity to take what you’re learning in the classroom and apply it to real-world problems right away. Co-ops, internships, and a variety of experiential opportunities await you. In fact, Northeastern is the #1 university for co-ops according to US News & World Report. In 2025, we placed a record number of students in co-ops in top tech firms and companies tied to our combined majors.
3. Global network in major tech hubs
When you join Khoury College, you become part of a global learning network with rigorous academic programs at nine of Northeastern’s 13 network campuses — all located in technology hubs and near industry partners.
Our master’s programs are available at eight locations, and our undergraduate degrees are offered full-time in Boston, Oakland, New York, and London with additional semester learning opportunities in Seattle and at our many NUIn and Dialogue of Civilizations sites.
4. AI-forward education and ethos
As a leading powerhouse in AI research, Khoury College prepares you to harness the power of AI to advance your career. We’ve woven AI throughout our curriculum, enabling you to use powerful AI tools to tackle higher-level strategic and creative work. Plus, you’ll be learning from leading AI faculty and industry partners at the forefront of the field.
5. Research opportunities to shape the future
Working with faculty members, you’ll learn how to tackle complex problems and stay on the cutting edge of technology, while building a network of fellow students who share similar research interests. Student research experiences can lead to presenting results at international conferences, publishing papers, and joining fast-moving startups.