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Silicon Valley

Learn the latest in entrepreneurship, AI, data science, and more in an international center for emerging technology.

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Energizing the Bay Area’s startup ecosystem

Northeastern’s forward-thinking approach to education and Silicon Valley’s strong history of nurturing innovative technology go hand in hand. Here, students immerse themselves in learning experiences within the world’s largest concentration of startups, unicorn companies, and major tech corporations. They develop their skills as critical thinkers and leaders within their industries, then create human-centered, tech-enabled solutions to some of the world’s most pressing issues.

What makes Silicon Valley unique

There’s always something new happening in Silicon Valley’s tech industry, and Northeastern students are uniquely positioned to advance their careers right in the middle of the action.

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Local industry

Silicon Valley is home to a fast-moving economy based on tech, entrepreneurship, venture capital, and research and development.

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On-campus events

Take advantage of our active events calendar, and connect with community and industry partners, alumni, and cultural opportunities.

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Career support

Our career services team understands the Bay Area’s specialized economy and helped more than 270 students land co-ops and internships during the 2023–2024 school year.

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Bay Area access

Students can easily reach all that the Bay Area has to offer as one of the most diverse regions in the U.S., from unique living communities to varied career choices.

Fast facts: Northeastern in Silicon Valley

For those interested in tech, entrepreneurship, and learning experiences that allow them to dive into innovation, there's no better place than Silicon Valley.

50% Of global funding for AI startups that has gone to Bay Area companies

(Crunchbase, 2024)

#1 Top state for science and engineering GDP

(NSF, 2024)

10.5K Northeastern alumni in the Bay Area

Startup Space @ Silicon Valley

Startup Space is a co-working office for selected ventures led by Northeastern alumni or students, connecting them with university staff and resources.

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Silicon Valley campus highlights

Tech is for everyone, and our Silicon Valley campus ensures that students of all backgrounds can access everything they need to succeed in the industry.

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Pathway to Tech programs

Specialized programs help students with no prior experience break into computer science, data science, and more.

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Industry partnerships

Students can land co-ops with Apple, Salesforce, Expedia, Goldman Sachs, Etsy, and more to help build tomorrow’s technology.

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Interdisciplinary study

Tech, business, and entrepreneurship all intersect, both in Silicon Valley’s economy and within our curricula and career resources.

Plan a visit

Schedule a campus visit to meet with a Northeastern representative, get answers to all of your questions, and see what it’s like to study in Silicon Valley.

Address
4 N 2nd Street
San Jose, CA 95113

Phone
408.707.3695

Schedule a visit