Student Experiences
Hear what students are saying
“The opportunity to get ahead on my coursework put me in a better position to apply for competitive co-op positions. I was able to tell prospective employers last fall that I was taking more advanced classes than what would be typical for a second-year student. And having that extra half-semester early on will make it easier for me to manage my academic options and maybe add a minor or two.”
“I felt NUterm would enable me to branch out socially and give me greater flexibility in future course schedules. It managed to exceed both those expectations. NUterm was also a great way to become better acquainted with Boston—because my course load was lighter than in a typical semester, I had the freedom to go out and get to know the city.”
“NUterm has given me more freedom in the classes I choose and how I allocate my time. It enabled me to pursue my current co-op in Belfast. And I got to meet new people, many of whom are still friends. For example, I signed up for the NUterm weekend sailing on a schooner in Maine, and the people I met on that trip were incredible. We spent a lot of time on the prow, watching to avoid lobster traps and talking about every subject we could imagine.”
“I took part in the three weekend trips that the program planned, and they were the best weekends of my summer. I really enjoyed that there was a learning aspect to each one; they were opportunities to broaden your cultural knowledge while making good friendships and connections along the way. If you want to explore, try new things, and get ahead in your studies, sign up for NUterm!”
“NUterm really positioned me well for the future. When I applied for co-ops this year, many of my interviewers were impressed by the fact I was a second-year who was already taking upper-level finance classes. Plus, Northeastern is gorgeous in the summer, and they scheduled these amazing events for us.”
“I was able to fully enjoy Boston. From the summer 5ks to food festivals, it was wonderful to see a new side of my campus and the city I have grown to love. In the long run, NUterm allowed me to fit in more classes, which has given me the flexibility to add minors or explore a plus-one masters degree program.”