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At Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies, your career is our focus. Our student body is comprised of working professionals, international students, and adults, all who have come looking for the same thing: an education that is innovative, flexible, and has the substance to take them where they want to go.

Northeastern's College of Professional Studies offers a compelling and unique approach to both undergraduate and post-graduate education that integrates academic theory and practical real-world experience to fuel careers in some of the global economy's leading industries. Our approach is designed to provide you with the maximum opportunity for advancement and includes:
- Fast Track programs that allow you to earn your degree in 12 or 18 months all while remaining flexible enough to maintain work and family obligations
- Faculty comprised of top-tier educators who are industry leaders
- Multiple learning format options that allow you to take classes where and when its most convenient for you at multiple campus locations, on the web from home, or a combination of both
- Over 40 undergraduate and 50 graduate programs in some of today's fastest-growing industries, including health care, education, information technology and more

Northeastern is also committed to making sure that a world-class education is affordable. At the College of Professional Studies, we keep our tuition costs competitively low and offer extensive financial aid options.  We also participate in programs like the Yellow Ribbon program, which gives grant aid to post-9/11 military veterans that cover nearly all of their tuition costs.  With all of the financial support that is available, you may find that an education from Northeastern is more affordable than you thought.

At the College of Professional Studies, we are focused on your success as an individual, and that's why you'll have access to career coaching, advising, and tutoring programs every step of the way. The impact of Northeastern also will continue past graduation. Whether its through our mentoring program or our alumni events, you will have opportunities at Northeastern to develop skills and relationships that will not only help you get ahead but also will build a network you'll use throughout your career.

There's no better time than now to get started at the College of Professional Studies. With our eight rolling enrollment periods throughout the year, you can make progress toward your career goals faster than you might think. Whether you want to complete your undergraduate degree or pursue post-graduate education, Northeastern has an education that can keep up with you and keep you moving forward.

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