Semester In gives undergraduate Northeastern students the chance to fast‑track their future with a full semester at one of our global network campuses. Immerse yourself in a new city while earning Northeastern credits and gaining real‑world experience through industry site visits, guest speakers, alumni and networking events, and regional co‑op opportunities.
Summer In is an immersive program that lets Northeastern undergraduates earn eight credits toward their major, minor, or concentration at one of our global campuses during Summer A or Summer B. Go beyond the classroom with local industry connections, cultural exploration, and one-of-a-kind networking—all while staying on track or even accelerating your path to graduation.
Seamless Co-ops
Gain real-world experience and connections that flow directly into co-op roles.
Financially Accessible
Keep your Boston financial aid and move easily between campuses.
Stand Out
Build a unique résumé with global networks and cultural expertise.
Close Connections
Bond with a small cohort and form lasting friendships worldwide.
Research Impact
Collaborate with top faculty and even co-author published work.
Global Edge
Graduate with regional expertise and career-ready skills.
Vibrant Campuses
Join new clubs, grow communities, and leave your mark across the network.
Stay on Track
Earn Northeastern credits and progress seamlessly toward your degree.
How To Apply
Applying to Semester In or Summer In is a multi-step process. Students must complete the GEO application in order to participate.
1. Browse the list of programs below and click the program name to view its brochure. Complete the GEO application by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on the brochure page of your program of interest.
The GEO application requires your official Northeastern transcript, a copy of your passport information page, and for you to review Northeastern policies.
The GEO application includes the Scholarship Application for all GEO funding opportunities. In order to be considered for GEO funding, you must complete the Scholarship Application before submitting the GEO application.
2. Once submitted, GEO will review your application, confirm your eligibility, and approve your application.
3. After you have been approved, you will need to complete required post-application materials and the GEO team will share information as your program start date nears.
Academic, Financial, and Disciplinary Standing
Northeastern University students are held to an institutional standard before being allowed to study abroad or away for credit, whether during the semester, year, or summer.
Students must have completed a minimum of two semesters at a Northeastern University campus.*
Students must be actively enrolled in classes or co-op during the term preceding their participation in a Semester In or Summer In program. Students who have taken a leave of absence from Northeastern University are not permitted to participate in a program in the term immediately following their leave of absence.
Students must apply by the stated application deadline.
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at Northeastern and meet all the academic eligibility requirements of their intended program
Students may not participate if they were on a sanction of Deferred Suspension or higher in the term immediately preceding the term abroad.
Students may not participate while on active Disciplinary or Academic Probation.
Northeastern University reserves the right to revoke participation approval for any student at any time prior to departure. This can be done based on the above stated requirements regardless of acceptance by the program or fees paid.
*N.U.in and Scholars students are eligible to participate the first summer after successful completion of their program.
Enrolling in a global experience means committing to a significant investment of money, in addition to an exciting educational experience. Know what happens if you can no longer participate for any reason.
Policies regarding withdrawing from a global experience program supersede Northeastern University’s policies for withdrawal from on-campus courses. If you decide to withdraw from a global experience program, you may incur significant fees for your withdrawal after your acceptance into the program.
Program Fees: any non-recoverable co-curricular and extra-curricular purchases made on behalf of the student will be charged to the student.
Housing: Semester and Summer In programs occur on Northeastern campuses; withdrawal policies will be similar to withdrawal policies in Boston.
Withdrawal Requests: Students withdrawing from a global experience program must submit a Program Modification Request Form to [email protected]. To fill out this form electronically, please download to your desktop, complete information, and print/save to PDF. Please note that your withdrawal takes effect on the first business day after GEO receives your signed withdrawal form.
Program Withdrawal Charges
Amount Charged
Notification Received
Fall 2026
Spring 2027
Summer A 2027
Summer B 2027
Deposit refunded; NO Charge
Before 5/15/26
Before 10/15/26
Before 3/15/27
Before 3/15/27
$1,000 ($500 UG Summer) Charge
After 5/15/26
After 10/15/26
After 3/15/27
After 3/15/27
$2,000 ($1,000 UG Summer) Charge
After 6/15/26
After 10/15/26
After 4/1/27
After 4/1/27
$3,000 ($1,500 UG Summer) Charge
After 7/15/26
After 11/15/26
After 4/15/27
After 4/15/27
Total Forfeiture
After 4/30/27
After 4/30/27
Discover talent on the move.
Northeastern’s Semester In program connects your organization with career-ready students eager to contribute to real-world work.
Semester In is a collaborative model that brings together students, faculty, and industry partners to solve real-world problems in real time.
Whether you’re in tech, consulting, finance, healthcare, or the nonprofit sector, your organization can connect directly with ambitious, skilled students eager to make an impact. Our partnership model is designed to be flexible, scalable, and aligned to your goals.
Here’s how we work together:
Eligible students complete a 4–6 month, full-time work experience in the spring following their fall Semester In coursework. These experiences are:
Paid or unpaid, depending on scope
On-site, hybrid, or remote
Project-based or role-based
Students apply classroom knowledge in areas like:
Computer Science and Software Development
Data Science and Analytics
Business Strategy and Market Research
AI and Machine Learning
Product Management
Short on bandwidth, big on ideas? Collaborate with faculty to create a semester-long challenge or sprint project where students:
Conduct industry research
Prototype new ideas
Analyze data and make recommendations
Build or test MVPs
These engagements can be scoped in as little as one conversation, and Northeastern can facilitate the match and oversight.
Partners also support the student experience by:
Offering guest lectures or workshops
Hosting students on site for shadowing or exposure
Providing mentorship and feedback during projects
Let’s Build Something Together
Want to discuss what a partnership might look like for your organization?
Undergraduates may participate in programs hosted by other colleges if the coursework applies toward their degree. Check out all available combined major course tables here. Semester In is a great option for many students with combined majors. Explore how the different programs can satisfy major requirements, help complete a concentration, or make room for an exciting elective in your schedule. Visit our events page for details about in-person and virtual events and information sessions.
Semester In and Summer In programs are open to undergraduates only. Graduate students should contact their advisor for mobility options.
Undergraduates may participate in programs hosted by other colleges if the coursework applies toward their degree. Visit our events page for details about in-person and virtual events and information sessions. Semester In and Summer In programs are open to undergraduates only. Graduate students should contact their advisor for mobility options.
Applying to Semester In or Summer In is a multi-step process. Students must complete the GEO application in order to participate.
1. Browse the list of programs above and click the program name to view its brochure. Complete the GEO application by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on the brochure page of your program of interest.
The GEO application requires your unofficial Northeastern transcript, a copy of your passport information page, and important Northeastern policies that you must review.
The GEO application includes the Scholarship Application for all GEO funding opportunities. In order to be considered for GEO funding, you must complete the Scholarship Application before submitting the GEO application.
2. Once submitted, GEO will review your application, confirm your eligibility, and approve your application.
3. After you have been approved, you will need to complete required post-application materials in your application portal to commit to the program. The GEO team will share important program information with committed students via email as your program start date nears.
"You’re going to leave the experience feeling like you’ve learned a lot and seen a lot. And it’s only going to make you a better professional or a more well-rounded person in general."
Seamless Co-ops
Financially Accessible
Stand Out
Close Connections
Research Impact
Global Edge
Vibrant Campuses
Stay on Track
