Suffolk University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Boston, Massachusetts with 4,268 undergraduates. It admits 82% of applicants, costs an average of $40,008 a year after grants and graduates 59% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Suffolk University acceptance rate and admissions
Suffolk University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 670, math 540 to 630). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Suffolk University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Suffolk University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Suffolk University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,556 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $22,782 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $69,359 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $40,008 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $40,008 a year after grants and scholarships, $29,351 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Suffolk University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Suffolk University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $75,345 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,976 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Suffolk University majors and what graduates earn
Suffolk University awarded bachelor's degrees in 44 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from finance ($90,090).
All 44 majors at Suffolk University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Suffolk University
28 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 28 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 390 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 181 | $89,543 | $41,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 116 | $94,568 | $61,500 |
| Public administration | Master's | 48 | $81,694 | $41,000 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies | Master's | 36 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 31 | $89,299 | $30,896 |
| Health administration | Master's | 24 | $77,579 | $55,805 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 22 | $59,797 | $41,000 |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 16 | $58,335 | n/a |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies | Professional doctorate | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Business/Managerial Economics | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Interior Architecture | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Professional doctorate | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Master's | 6 | $54,993 | n/a |
| Law | Doctoral | 4 | $80,681 | $100,516 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Taxation | Master's | 1 | $79,696 | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Suffolk University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Certificate | 15 | n/a | n/a | $24,600 |
Students and location
- 4,268 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Suffolk University?
Suffolk University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Suffolk University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $49,556. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $40,008 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Suffolk University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 670 in reading and writing and 540 to 630 in math, and 24 to 28 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Suffolk University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Suffolk University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Suffolk University?
59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Suffolk University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $75,345 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.