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Suffolk University

#706 in US ranking Boston, MA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$69,359
Tuition & fees
$49,556
Avg. aid
$28,742
Receiving aid
98%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
82%
SAT range
1090–1300
ACT range
24–28

Outcomes

Graduation rate
61%
Median salary
$51,856
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Suffolk University?

Suffolk's recurring student events include the Fall Involvement Fair, Springfest, and Ramily Reunion. They serve different purposes: the involvement fair introduces student groups, Springfest is a spring student-life event, and Ramily Reunion brings members of the Suffolk community together.

The annual calendar can also include performances, cultural programming, and athletics events organized by students or university offices. Dates and formats vary, so an applicant interested in attending should use the current events calendar. These gatherings offer a useful view of campus participation, but no single event represents the day-to-day experience of every Suffolk student.

What are the student housing and dining options at Suffolk University?

Suffolk offers university-operated, coeducational undergraduate housing in downtown Boston. Residence options include halls in or near its academic district; living on campus places students close to classes but does not turn the university into an enclosed campus.

Housing availability should not be confused with guaranteed placement. Applicants should check the current housing application, deposit, eligibility, and assignment rules - especially any dates affecting first-year students. Room types and meal-plan requirements can differ, and dining choices may include campus facilities as well as the many independent options nearby. Students considering an apartment should compare the full lease cost, utilities, and commute with the residence-hall and meal-plan terms in their own aid and housing offer.

Suffolk University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

No

Highspeed speed internet

No

Suffolk University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
15:1

Suffolk University Library Services and Resources

Number of libraries on campus

0

Reservable study rooms in library

No

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Suffolk University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Suffolk University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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