Fast App

Performance-Based Admissions for Northeastern Online graduate degree programs.

Graduate admissions on your terms

Northeastern Online's Fast App is an innovative performance-based admissions (PBA) process at Northeastern University for select online graduate programs. Instead of filling out lengthy applications and gathering materials, you can start graduate-level coursework without waiting for an admissions decision. By earning a grade of B or better in two designated courses and submitting official undergraduate transcripts, you automatically secure your place in the full degree or certificate program.

Even if you don’t have the traditional prerequisites—such as an undergraduate degree in a specific field—the Fast App allows you to demonstrate your readiness through your performance in these courses.

Skip the Traditional Application: No need for essays, recommendations, or standardized test scores.
Prove Your Skills: Bypass traditional prerequisites by demonstrating your abilities through coursework.
Credentialize Your Experience: Use your existing professional or academic background to fast-track your way into graduate studies.
Start Even If You Missed the Deadline: Since the Fast App doesn’t require an admission decision, it stays open longer each term—giving you more flexibility to get started.

"The Fast App process let me jump right in and start my degree. I did not have to waste time on application materials. I could use that time instead to start my classes right away and apply that knowledge to my work."

Subhasish Bhaumik, student