College comparison

Northeastern vs Villanova

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	Villanova Villanova, PA
Acceptance rateNortheastern University is more selective	5%	27%
SAT (25–75)	1440–1540	1395–1510
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	17,326	6,938
Avg net price	$30,915	$43,756
Median earnings (10 yr)Villanova reports higher median earnings	$92,538	$100,423
Graduation rate	91%	92%
Median debt	$24,250	$25,874
Economic mobility	2.4%	1.3%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Northeastern University or Villanova University harder to get into?

Northeastern University is more selective: Northeastern University's acceptance rate is approximately 5% and Villanova University's is approximately 27% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1440–1540 at Northeastern University and 1395–1510 at Villanova 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.