Overview
Student Population
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Online | suffolk.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Suffolk University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,194 prospective students applied, and 6,853 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,085 enrolled in the school. 5,975 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,211 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $39,814 plus fees of $290. Suffolk University is ranked 579 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
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Suffolk University is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Suffolk University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#579 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#394 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#29 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#24 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#573 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1210 |
| ACT | 21/26 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $290 |
| Room and Board | $17,462 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,216 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 39% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Communication | 14% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168005 IPEDS survey data for Suffolk University.
Current students may use the Suffolk University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.