Suffolk University is a private institution in the centre of Boston, Massachusetts. Suffolk was founded as a law school in 1906 and remained as such until the period from 1934 to 1937 which saw liberal arts, science and business schools created and the university acquire its current name.
One of the best institutions in New England, Suffolk has been hailed for its student engagement and career preparation in particular. Its business and engineering programmes are among the most highly regarded, while its present-day law school is also viewed positively.
A stone’s throw from Boston Common, the university is a short walk from the Old State House, Faneuil and Boston Celtics’ basketball arena. The most famous and heavily populated city on the East Coast, Boston is where the American Revolution began, and one of the country’s oldest cities. Yet it is now fast-establishing itself as one of the most modern. The city centre has undergone considerable development in recent years, with new skyscrapers, tech investment, refurbished parks and some neighbourhoods even built from scratch, like Fan Pier. But it retains its reputation as a cultural hub, home to famous museums, iconic sports grounds, a lively theatre and music scene, and all kinds of culinary delights. As well as nine buildings in the centre of Boston, Suffolk also enjoys satellite campuses in Cape Cod, a famous Massachusetts coastal strip, and Madrid, the Spanish capital.
Suffolk University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and law degree programs with real-world experience at their cores. Accessibility is in our DNA, which is why we offer flexible ways to learn, from part-time and evening schedules to certificates for working professionals and online classes. And our small class sizes allow faculty to learn each student's name, recognize his or her potential, and build important mentoring relationships.
Attend college in the United States at Suffolk University for unique, real-world experiences, a clear path to your goals, and new connections that will last a lifetime. Experience internships and real-world learning, or take part in a multitude of undergraduate, graduate, part-time, summer, and certificate programs. Suffolk University's international students have the city of Boston, and the world, at their fingertips. Our International Student Services Office (ISSO) is the main resource for our international community, here to assist you with visa requirements, travel, employment, and more.
Scholarships
International students are automatically considered for merit scholarship funding when applying to Suffolk.
Dean’s Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to full-time entering freshmen and transfer students. Recipients are selected on the basis of merit. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for renewal.
Undergraduate Progression Scholarship: Students who meet all progression requirements and earn a 3.3 GPA during the Suffolk INTO undergraduate pathway program will receive a $5000 annual scholarship upon enrollment in a Suffolk undergraduate degree program. The scholarship can be renewed for up to three years and requires the recipient remain in good academic standing while maintaining a 3.3 GPA.
Suffolk Tuition Promise: This program provides scholarship funding for undergraduate students who earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.6. Applicants must have been enrolled at Suffolk University for both the fall and spring of the prior academic year, and have no D, F or Incomplete grades. Full-time students receive a grant equal to the yearly tuition increase. Part-time students (minimum 6 credits) required receive a grant equal to the yearly tuition increase for 6 credits. Note: this program is only available to Boston campus students.
Transfer Excellence Award: This scholarship is awarded to full-time transfers upon their acceptance to Suffolk University. Recipients are selected on the basis of merit as part of the admission application process. No additional application is required. The award is renewable for up to 8 semesters.
University Achievement Grant: This grant is awarded to incoming freshmen and transfer students on the basis of prior academic achievement. Students must enroll full-time. Awards can be renewed for up to 8 semesters.