<p>It is not solely based on grades or scores, although they do play parts in it. I got in with a 3.0 GPA but a 31 ACT. I also had a lot of experience with the subject I was going into and wrote a compelling essay that took me quite a while. I am going to receive $5000 a year. I think that if you prove yourself an interesting student, one that Northeastern would really enjoy having at their school, you will be rewarded.</p>