About Suffolk University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
7,186
Website
www.suffolk.eduAccreditation
CIHE
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
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Rankings
To tackle the tough decision of choosing the right university, the ranking of a particular university helps the student in clearing their doubts regarding where they want to apply. The ranking of a university is an important parameter by which a prospective student can decide whether they wish to take admission or not. Generally, the ranking of a university is considered a great way to gauge its performance on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. The rankings by two well-known publications, US News and Forbes, are considered trustworthy by applicants and academic experts. However, it is to be noted that Suffolk University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
None
Acceptance Rate
85%
SAT Range
1030 - 1220
ACT Range
21 - 26
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Accept Common App
Yes
Though the varsity takes in only a few number of students, and the admission to SU is fairly easy. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $50. The SAT score in the range of 1020-1210 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. A candidate, in order to take admission to Suffolk University, must score 23 in her ACTs. But, in certain cases, those having ACT scores less than 21 are also given admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 73 Tremont St., Boston, Massachusetts 02108-3901. They can also call them at (617) 573-8754.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$33,197
Average Annual Cost
$38,420
Books And Supplies
$1,200
Other Fees
$146
Room And Board
$15,582
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,523
Total One Year Cost
$57,871
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to SU. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $62,552. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($40,104), books and supplies ($1,200), room and boarding ($17,462), and budget for other expenses ($2,725). For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
76%
Part-Time Retention Rate
50%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$135
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Communication and Media Studies
153 Graduates
Marketing
135 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
128 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
123 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
80 Graduates
Entrepreneurial and Small Business...
80 Graduates
Political Science and Government
80 Graduates
Psychology, General
71 Graduates
Sociology
68 Graduates
Biology, General
43 Graduates
Non-Professional General Legal Stud...
42 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
27 Graduates
English Language and Literature/Let...
26 Graduates
Information Science/Studies
26 Graduates
Economics
24 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
22 Graduates
History
21 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
17 Graduates
Engineering, Other
13 Graduates
Legal Support Services
13 Graduates
Philosophy
10 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
10 Graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and...
9 Graduates
Computer Science
7 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
7 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
6 Graduates
Mathematics
5 Graduates
Management Information Systems and...
4 Graduates
Applied Mathematics
3 Graduates
Chemistry
3 Graduates
Journalism
3 Graduates
Physics
3 Graduates
Social Sciences, General
3 Graduates
Business/Commerce, General
2 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
2 Graduates
Area Studies
1 Graduates
Criminology
1 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
1 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
1 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
1 Graduates
Radio, Television, and Digital Comm...
1 Graduates
Science, Technology and Society
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
5,044
Socio-Economic Diversity
26%
Part-time
4%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$76,215 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 58% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
58%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$12,894/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,362/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$3,362/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Rams
School Colors
N/A
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
131
Total Female Athletes
90
Intramural Sports
9
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Ice Hockey
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Ice Hockey
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
No
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $17,462 per year. Suffolk University has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at SU costs around $3,362 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 44% male and 56% female students.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,300/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$53,100/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$241 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$19,723
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,227
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,116
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$17,626
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$26,966
$30K - $48K
$25,711
$48K - $75K
$23,190
$75K - $110K
$20,439
> $110K
$17,332
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at SU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $5,792, whereas the financial aid is $20,112. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $2,433 as well as institutional aid worth $20,112.