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

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Launching careers at the epicenter of new technology

Northeastern’s forward-thinking approach to education and Silicon Valley’s ecosystem of invention and innovation go hand in hand. Here, students immerse themselves in learning experiences at the center of the AI boom, and in an environment that has produced more unicorn companies than anywhere else on earth. 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

Silicon Valley is famous for its fast-paced economy where creative relationships and competitive skills are the keys to success. Graduate students in this location are uniquely positioned to build both the knowledge and the network to scaffold their technology careers.

Local industry

Silicon Valley students have access to a wealth of tech industry meetups, hackathons, conferences, and professional associations.

On-campus events

The campus has a busy calendar of cultural events, career workshops, student group activities, professional mixers, and more.

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Career support

In an average year, over 85% of eligible Silicon Valley students complete co-ops with support from our team. Students also participate in research and other portfolio-building work.

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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.

60% Of global funding for AI startups went to Bay Area companies in 2025

(Crunchbase HumanX AI Funding Report, 2025)

#1 Top state for science and engineering GDP

(NSF, 2024)

12.5K Northeastern alumni in the Bay Area

Human-Centered AI (HCAI) Lab

Students in Silicon Valley can work on cutting-edge research at several faculty-led labs. At one HCAI lab, students work on AI innovations for healthcare applications.

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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, artificial intelligence, information systems, and more.

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Industry partnerships

Students have completed co-ops at Apple, Nvidia, Salesforce, AWS, and NASA, along with other corporations, startups, and research groups.

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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

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