<p>I had not heard of Northeastern before doing a college search online and narrowing down my choices, but I am definitely glad I found it. Coming from a small town in the midwest, I was a little uncertain at first how I would like Boston or how I would fit in, but my concerns were unfounded. I have great friends from all over the country and Boston is a great city. The university also has a really great campus feel that carves out a smaller world within the city.
Academically, I have found my classes to be challenging and engaging and I have gotten a chance to get close to professors and get very involved in research.</p>
<p>As for co-ops, I don’t know about culinary arts, but I have seen some of what is out there for psychology. (The neuroscience program is part of the biology and psychology departments.) There are co-ops for everything from research to working with children with Autism. You can also set up your own co-ops, too, if you find someone who is willing to take you on.</p>