Suffolk University Admission Requirements

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Suffolk University Admission Overview

Suffolk University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Suffolk University admitted 82.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.33 GPA (B+) and SAT 1090-1300 / ACT 24-28. Suffolk University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Suffolk University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Suffolk University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

82.3%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

Very Low

Low

Average

High

Very High

Extreme

Acceptance Rate

The Suffolk University acceptance rate is 82.3%. Last year, 8,487 of 10,308 applicants were admitted. That is the 43rd lowest acceptance rate in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Suffolk University and can you get accepted?

Suffolk University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Suffolk University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.33. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Suffolk University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.33

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.33

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Suffolk University typically have around a 3.33 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Suffolk University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #39 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Suffolk University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	15.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	11.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.0%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	14.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	16.0%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	21.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	7.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Suffolk University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1090-1300

Freshmen who sent SAT

12%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 550
Math 540
Composite 1090

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 670
Math 630
Composite 1300

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Suffolk University typically score around a 1200 SAT (middle 50% 1090–1300) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 76th percentile nationally. Suffolk University ranks #30 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1090 to 1300

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Suffolk University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1200 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Suffolk University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1300+	Above 75th	>90%
1200 to 1300	Avg +	82%-90%
1090 to 1200	Avg -	71%-82%
Below 1090	Below mid-50	<71%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Suffolk University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

24-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Composite 24

75th Percentile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Composite 28

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Suffolk University typically have around a 26 ACT (mid-50 24–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 82nd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Suffolk University places #29 among colleges in Massachusetts for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 24 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Suffolk University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 26.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Suffolk University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28+	Above 75th	>90%
26 to 28	Avg +	82%-90%
24 to 26	Avg -	71%-82%
Below 24	Below mid-50	<71%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

72% of Suffolk University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 36% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Suffolk University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	13%
Top 25% of class	36%
Top 50% of class	72%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Suffolk University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	6,221	3,257	10,308
Accepted	5,279	2,626	8,487
Acceptance Rate	85%	81%	82%
Enrolled	622	290	923
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	12%	11%	11%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Suffolk University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Suffolk University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

168

Applicants have 168 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Suffolk University is $50.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Suffolk University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Suffolk University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 82.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.33 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1090-1300); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025