I posted that link because last year there were so many chance me threads at about this time. As you can see there were a lot of surprised applicants, a few of whom got nasty when deferred or denied. Applicants can get an idea of there chances as many applicants posted their stats.
I have no official inside information but I heard that they are looking for applicants who are a good “fit” for Northeastern’s experiential approach to education. If the adcoms get the feel that an applicant is looking for a traditional college experience: four years with summer vacations and the odd internship, they may be deferred or denied regardless of stats. How they determine this without a supplemental essay I have no idea. Expressed interest perhaps?
As you see in the thread ED/EA decisions included denials, deferrals, NUIn offers (non-binding), admits and offers to the Scholars program. Again familiarize yourselves with the NUIn program. It is an amazing opportunity but it is not for everyone, especially due to limited financial aid.