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Academic Programs

A unique model of higher education

At Northeastern, we focus on 21st-century problem-solving and build academic programs that align with the careers and challenges of the future. Through these programs, you’ll gain real-world professional experience and explore interdisciplinary majors.

Discover the undergraduate majors, graduate degrees, and first-year programs available at our Oakland campus.

Undergraduate Programs

Choose an in-demand degree with an experiential edge

Join the inaugural class of four-year undergraduate degree students at Northeastern’s Oakland campus. Students can choose from majors at the intersection of technology, healthcare, science, and business while gaining practical experience studying in the center of Bay Area innovation.

Graduate Programs

Earn your graduate degree in a high-growth field

Choose the flexible, industry-aligned graduate program that meets your needs in Oakland. All our programs offer you real-world experience through Northeastern’s Experiential Network and co-op employers.

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FIRST-YEAR GLOBAL PROGRAM

Start your Northeastern experience in Oakland

First-year Northeastern students can fulfill course requirements at our Oakland campus by participating in the yearlong Global Scholars program.

Consider Oakland your introduction to a global university system—and a worldwide network of learning opportunities.  

Learn more about course offerings, important dates, travel information, orientation, and more.

Mills College at Northeastern students

Academics information for Mills College students who transitioned to Northeastern

The following academic programs are offered to Mills College students who transitioned to Northeastern during the merger. They align with academic programs offered at Northeastern in Boston and at other Northeastern campuses.

As a continuing student, you’ll work with your transition advisors to meet the academic requirements of your program to complete your degree. All existing financial aid commitments made to you by Mills will be honored by Northeastern. In addition, you will have access to Northeastern’s breadth of experiential lifelong learning and student life opportunities.

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