Providence College is a private Catholic university in Providence, Rhode Island. Northeastern University is a private research university with its main campus in Boston.
Providence College | Northeastern University | |
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ranking (overall) | # 172 Forbes 2019 | # 53 US News 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 # 375 QS World University 2024 |
Subject Strength | - | # 32 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 168 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 # 71 for Law by US News 2024 |
Programs | UG Programs -31 PG Programs -8 | UG Programs -52 PG Programs -93 |
Acceptance Rate | 55.0 % | 28.9 % |
Exam Score | SAT-1160 | GRE updated-299 IELTS-6.5 SAT-1450 TOEFL-90 |
Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 49600 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 39600 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 32240 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 59100 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 48000 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 26630 Per Year |
placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Bachelor of Science: $77,000 Bachelor of Arts: $75,000 | Graduate employability rankings: #201-250 Executive MBA: $183,000 |
application requirements | Submit official transcripts | LOR- 2 or 3 letters of recommendation, SOP- yes, GPA- 3.5 (89% or more). |
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General Facts | Providence College | Northeastern University |
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Type of University | University | University |
Established | 1917 | 1898 |
Student:Faculty Ratio | 12:1 | 14:1 |
Male:Female | 44% Male, 56% Female | 49% Male, 51% Female |
Location Facts | The college is located on a gated 105 acres (0.42 km2) campus in the city's Elmhurst neighborhood atop Smith Hill, the highest point in the city of Providence. The campus is located in a residential urban neighborhood about two miles west of downtown Providence. | The campus is located near to Museum of Fine Arts and Symphony Hall. It is situated in the heart of Boston and is filled with greenery. Northeastern University lies in the neighborhood of Huntington Avenue. |
Library | The Phillips Memorial Library collaborates with College and affiliate partners to provide patron-focused 1) information and knowledge resources, 2) services, and 3) facilities, which inspire, encourage and facilitate success in teaching, learning and research activities for PC’s students, faculty and staff. | More than 50,000 printed books, 861,676 ebooks, 100,887 licenced e-journals, and 116,739 streaming audio and visual titles.The professional research available is accessible to public (open). |
Campus Life | Ask any of the nearly 4,000 students living on campus and in nearby neighborhoods, and they’ll describe PC as a bustling community where there’s always something going on. You’ll have your choice of quiet study areas or busy activity spaces — indoors or outside — across the college’s 105 acres. With 120+ student clubs and organizations, 24 club sport programs, hundreds of special events each year, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and abounding opportunities to serve in the community, Friars are anything but bored. From hosting a show on WDOM radio to winning a coveted intramural championship t-shirt, from performing sketch comedy to advocating for important causes, involvement and service are how students learn and grow outside of the classroom, making life-long friends along the way. At Providence College, the Catholic and Dominican identity influences the approach to life. It means the university seeks the truth — intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally — and live in a respectful, supportive community. Campus Ministry is a hub of social life, service, and spirituality at PC. Students of all faiths or none participate in more than 25 different student-led ministries and retreats throughout the year. | 32 intramural sports, 18 varsity sports, and 43 club sports. Additionally, campus offers Fall Fest, Afro Flow Yoga workshop, Field hockey, volleyball, soccer games, Night at the student center, and First pages. |
Hostel | #Off campus (not with family) - $11600 #On campus - $14240 #Off campus (with family) - $6400 | #Room and board - $18440 |
Famous Alumni | David Angell – Emmy Award-winning television producer, victim of the September 11 attacks (was a passenger of American Airlines Flight 11) Brian Burke – President of Hockey Operations of the Pittsburgh Penguins, former Friars ice hockey player | Shawn Fanning (Computer programmer), Wendy Williams (TV host), Reggie Lewis (basketball player), Jane Curtin (actress), James Franklin Jeffrey (American Diplomat), Jeff Clarke (Executive Chairman of FTD), Albert Sacco (Dean Whitacre College of Engineering), Yale Patt (professor), Mo Cowan (former US Senator). |
City Life | Providence is a culturally diverse metro area home to young professionals and artists, characterized by a quaint New England vibe. The city has a budding economy fueled by the health care, education, tourism and financial sectors. Over the past several decades, Providence has undergone a dramatic facelift following a period of industrial decline. Providence's renaissance is now evident throughout the metro area, from the carefully restored urban landscape of downtown to the hip coffee shops and thriving community gardens of the trendy West End. The metro area's residents enjoy close proximity to many cultural attractions, including exhibits at the RISD Museum, lectures hosted by Brown University, meals at the celebrated restaurants of Federal Hill and performances at the historic Columbus Theatre. Flea markets, food festivals and outdoor concerts take place along the Providence River during the summer months, outdoor and indoor farmers markets happen all year, and public libraries and nonprofits regularly host events like artist talks and film screenings. The cost of living in Providence is higher than the national average, although the median home sale price is slightly lower than what you'll find in other major East Coast metro areas like Boston. | With a huge student community, the population diversity is vast and lies within the same braoder age group. The city offers a great nightlif with gastropubs, live music, and cocktail bars. Boston’s cosmopolitan excitement is bus-ride away. Average salaries offered within the state are up to 97,5000 USD |
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