You would borrow a median $24,250 — about $276 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $92,538 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 0.5 years of the salary premium.
Yes — on the federal figures this is one of the fastest-paying degrees in the country.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
Every dollar you win is a dollar you never repay — and it moves the 0.5-year payback above. We list 1 scholarship tied to Northeastern University.
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The typical graded university clears its debt in 1.3 years on median earnings of $57,165 against $22,500 of debt. Northeastern University clears its debt faster than that, and its graduates earn $53,018 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute Massachusetts | A | $27,000 | $103,470 | 0.4 yrs |
| Boston University Massachusetts | A | $23,250 | $83,238 | 0.5 yrs |
| College of the Holy Cross Massachusetts | A | $27,000 | $90,543 | 0.5 yrs |
| Tufts University Massachusetts | A | $16,250 | $83,214 | 0.4 yrs |
| Amherst College Massachusetts | A | $13,740 | $77,644 | 0.4 yrs |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard — earnings and debt cover students who received federal financial aid and blend every subject taught at the institution. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026. This page is information, not financial advice.