College comparison

Northeastern vs UConn

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	UConn Storrs, CT
Acceptance rateNortheastern University is more selective	5%	52%
SAT (25–75)	1440–1540	1210–1440
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	17,326	19,835
Avg net price	$30,915	$25,097
Median earnings (10 yr)Northeastern reports higher median earnings	$92,538	$73,997
Graduation rate	91%	83%
Median debt	$24,250	$21,500
Economic mobility	2.4%	1.7%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Public

Quick answers

Is Northeastern University or University of Connecticut harder to get into?

Northeastern University is more selective: Northeastern University's acceptance rate is approximately 5% and University of Connecticut's is approximately 52% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern University vs University of Connecticut?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1440–1540 at Northeastern University and 1210–1440 at University of Connecticut. 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.