Suffolk University

Boston, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Suffolk University

Suffolk University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. With 7,560 students on all campuses, it is the tenth-largest university in metropolitan Boston. It was founded as a law school in 1906 and named after its location in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. The university is also host to its namesake public opinion poll, the Suffolk University Political Research Center. The university, located at the downtown edge of the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood, comprises the Suffolk College of Arts and Sciences, Sawyer Business School, and Suffolk University Law School. The university's sports teams, the Suffolk Rams, compete in 19 varsity sports in NCAA Division III as members of the Commonwealth Coast Conference.

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82%

Acceptance

$29,618

Net price

4,268

Enrollment

61%

Grad rate

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Academics

Graduation & retention rates

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

A-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

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Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

82%

Acceptance rate

1,216

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading550–670

SAT Math540–630

ACT Composite24–28

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$29,618

Average net price

$47,550

In-state tuition

$47,550

Out-of-state tuition

$21,326

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$65,281

Total cost of attendance

30%

Students receiving Pell grants

55%

Students with federal loans

$26,889

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K

$24,745

$30–48K

$25,711

$48–75K

$25,702

$75–110K

$29,654

$110K+

$36,264

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

Business32.5%

Social Sciences12.5%

Communications12.2%

Psychology8.2%

Computer Science6.6%

Visual & Performing Arts5.6%

Criminal Justice5.5%

Legal / Pre-Law5.1%

Biology4.8%

English2.3%

After Graduation

$67,506

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$55,856

Median earnings (6 yrs)

61%

Graduation rate

75%

Retention rate

81%

Earn more than a HS grad

$11,805

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

4,268

Total enrollment

Part-time

Avg. age at entry

30%

First-generation

Gender balance

64% women

36% men

Race & ethnicity

White

49%

Hispanic

16%

Black

10%

Asian

Two or more races

American Indian / Alaska Native

Suffolk University FAQ

Is Suffolk University a public or private school?

Suffolk University is a private nonprofit institution located in Boston, MA.

What is the acceptance rate at Suffolk University?

Suffolk University has an acceptance rate of 82%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Suffolk University cost?

The average annual net price at Suffolk University is $29,618 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $47,550.

What is the graduation rate at Suffolk University?

About 61% of students at Suffolk University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Suffolk University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Suffolk University students earn a median of $67,506 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Suffolk University?

Admitted students at Suffolk University have an average SAT score of 1,216 and an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Suffolk University?

Suffolk University enrolls about 4,268 students.

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