College comparison

Northeastern vs Pace University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Northeastern Boston, MA	Pace University New York, NY
Acceptance rateNortheastern University is more selective	5%	76%
SAT (25–75)	1440–1540	1180–1340
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	17,326	7,665
Avg net price	$30,915	$30,892
Median earnings (10 yr)Northeastern reports higher median earnings	$92,538	$70,378
Graduation rate	91%	60%
Median debt	$24,250	$23,250
Economic mobility	2.4%	8.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Northeastern University or Pace University harder to get into?

Northeastern University is more selective: Northeastern University's acceptance rate is approximately 5% and Pace University's is approximately 76% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern University vs Pace University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1440–1540 at Northeastern University and 1180–1340 at Pace University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.