Suffolk University
Overview
As a prestigious private institution, Suffolk University offers the resources of a major college while providing small class sizes for a personalized educational experience.
- #181 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- 7,560 students with 1,431 international students from 100+ countries .
- Over 90% of Suffolk graduates are working or in graduate school within one year of graduation .
- #1 City for Entrepreneurial Growth and Innovation (US Chamber of Commerce 2018).
Quick facts
- Founded in 1906
- Total number of students: 7,560
- Number of international students: 1,700
- Nationalities represented: 108
Why This University
Courses
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
International Year One
International Year One allows students to begin earning credits toward their degree even if they don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct entry.
- International Year One in Art & Design
- International Year One in Business
- International Year One in Computer Science
- International Year One in General
- International Year One in Science and Mathematics
Transfer Program
A customized program allowing students to transfer credits and apply them toward their degree.
- Undergraduate Transfer Program
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
Graduate Pathway
Graduate Pathway program offering the academic foundation, essential language skills and GMAT/GRE test preparation to successfully move on to master’s degrees.
- Graduate Pathway in Accounting
- Graduate Pathway in Applied Politics
- Graduate Pathway in Business Administration (MBA)
- Graduate Pathway in Business Analytics
- Graduate Pathway in Business Analytics without Statistics Background
- Graduate Pathway in Communication
- Graduate Pathway in Finance
- Graduate Pathway in Finance without Statistics Background
- Graduate Pathway in Global Public Policy
- Graduate Pathway in Law
Academic English
An intensive program offering students rapid progress in preparation for an academic degree.
- Academic English
Top subjects
- Law
- Business
- Public Affairs
- Clinical Psychology
- Legal Writing
Key rankings
Student success
- Only law school nationally ranked in all four legal skills areas. .
- 5th largest percentage of international students among US institutions (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- #1 City for Entreprenurial Growth and Innovation (Recognized by US Chamber of Commerce).
Take a look at our student progression results in all programs for 2018-19:
Eligible: 94.5% of students who successfully completed the Pathway program and qualified for admission as degree-seeking students.
Enrolled: 100% of students who enrolled as degree-seeking students in their next term of degree study at their host university.
INTO North America Progression Record 2018-19, 31st of October 2019
Campus and location
1. Boston Campus
Suffolk University is located in the heart of Boston. With over 80 student clubs and organizations, 13 NCAA Division III Athletic Teams and more than a dozen cultural-affinity groups on campus, you’ll have plenty of ways to get involved. Around the city, students have access to some of the nation’s best restaurants, museums, historical sites, internship opportunities and Fortune 500 companies.
Accommodation
For students applying for direct entry to university accommodation information can be found on the university website.
Student residences at Suffolk
- Convenient location
- Supportive and involved live-in staff
- Securely locked doors on the exterior and interior of the buildings
- Rooms are wired for satellite TV and internet
- Student kitchens, laundry facilities, study rooms and lounges
- Alcohol-, drug- and smoke-free buildings
On-campus residence halls
- Twin bed and mattress
- Dresser
- Wardrobe
- Desk and chair
- Bathroom
- Carpeted
- Air-conditioned
- Wired for local phone service, satellite television and internet services
- Bed linens and towels
- Wi-Fi
Off-campus apartment option
- Twin bed and mattress
- Bed linens, including sheet set, pillow and comforter
- Bath towels, including large towel, hand towel and wash cloth
- Desk, desk chair, closet, blinds
- Heating
University facilities
With over 80 student clubs and organizations, 13 NCAA Division III Athletic Teams and more than a dozen cultural-affinity groups on campus, students will have plenty of ways to get involved. Around the city, students have access to some of the nation’s best restaurants, museums, historical sites, internship opportunities and Fortune 500 companies.
Tuition Fees
Scholarship
Supporting your education
INTO Suffolk offers over $2 million in scholarships for international students.
Do I qualify for a scholarship?
Each year you will be automatically considered for certain scholarships.
What types of scholarship are available?
The value of this scholarship ranges from $2,500-$6,000 and is awarded for the Pathway year only. For more information contact your INTO representative or Enrollment Services Advisor.
Maximum value | $6,000 |
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The value of this scholarship ranges from $5,000-$10,000 and is awarded for the Pathway year only. For more information contact your INTO representative or Enrollment Services Advisor.
Maximum value | $10,000 |
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The value of this scholarship ranges from $7,700-$15,000 and is awarded for the Pathway year only. For more information contact your INTO representative or Enrollment Services Advisor.
Maximum value | $15,000 |
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This scholarship is renewable for up to three years, and the maximum value paid per year is $5,000.
Maximum value | $15,000 |
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This scholarship is renewable for up to two years, and the maximum value paid per year is $5,000.
Maximum value | $10,000 |
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This merit-based scholarship is renewable for up to three years, and the value awarded ranges from $5,000-$22,000.
Maximum value | $22,000 |
This merit-based scholarship is renewable for up to two years, and the value awarded ranges from $3,000-$20,000 (may include an employment portion).
Maximum value | $20,000 |
Admission Requirements & Deadline
| Spring Admission & Financial Aid | December 1 (November 1 for Madrid Campus) |
| Early Action Fall Admission | November 15 |
| Fall Admission (Priority) | February 15 (We will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis after this date) |
| Priority Fall Financial Aid | March 1 |
- Common Application or Suffolk Application
- Application Fee or Fee Waiver (Application Fee is waived for those that come for a campus visit)
- Essay/personal statement
- Official high school transcript or GED/HiSET results
- Letter of recommendation
- SAT or ACT scores
- Students may send self-reported SAT and ACT scores. Find out more about our flexible score submission policies
- Non-native English speakers may submit a TOEFL/IELTS instead of SAT/ACT
- Applicants for Fall 2021 may choose to be test-optional
We are aware of the limitations some international students have faced with regard to standardized testing. We have created a comprehensive list of options that applicants can submit to prove English proficiency. We need only one of the following to complete an application:
- SAT or ACT scores
- *TOEFL or IELTS score (TOEFL minimum is a 79, IELTS a 6.5)
- DUOLINGO English Test-DET (Minimum score of 105)
- Exempt if you’re from a country where English is the First and Official Language. Please submit the SAT, ACT or final results from one of the following:
- IGCSE/GCSE, AS/A-Level and International Baccalaureate (IB) exam)
- If you only have predicted scores from any of these examination systems, please complete the test waiver form.
- PTE-Academic with a minimum score of 54
- IB HL English Predicted scores (if provided by your high school)
- First Language English Exams in the IGCSE or GCSE or AS/A-Level Predicted/Actual results
- Gao Kao: students from mainland China who have taken the Gaokao exam and English was one of the three areas tested, you may arrange an interview via the InitialView website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
*TOEFL or IELTS scores cannot be self-reported and must be sent from the testing agency. Suffolk’s TOEFL test code is 3771.
