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Suffolk University

Suffolk University · Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Suffolk University is a comprehensive private university located in the heart of downtown Boston on Beacon Hill, directly adjacent to the Massachusetts State House, the Supreme Judicial Court, and Boston's financial district. Renowned for its nationally top-ranked Suffolk University Law School (a pioneer in Legal Technology and Intellectual Property), the AACSB-accredited Sawyer Business School, and the College of Arts & Sciences.

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Key institutional metrics

Founded / Established
1906
Student Population
6,700+
International Ratio
15%
Academic Staff
490+
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Academic overview & strategic disciplines

Suffolk's urban campus integrates students directly into Boston's political, legal, and financial institutions. Highlights include the modern 20 Somerset academic building, the Moakley Law Library, the Legal Innovation & Technology (LIT) Lab, and healthcare simulation suites in downtown Boston.

Research admissions & international qualifications

Undergraduate admissions evaluate high school core GPA (average 3.4), personal statements, and extracurricular involvement on a test-optional basis. Graduate admissions require an accredited bachelor's degree with a 3.0+ minimum GPA, official transcripts, resume, statement of purpose, and two academic/professional recommendations.

Featured degrees, scholarships & fellowships (6)

Featured faculty researchers (3)

Marisa J. Kelly

President & Political Scientist
Office of the President

Marisa J. Kelly is the 11th President of Suffolk University, a political scientist with extensive leadership experience expanding urban experiential learning an...

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Andrew Perlman

Dean & Professor of Law
Suffolk University Law School

Dean Perlman is a nationally acclaimed legal ethics and technology pioneer who served as vice chair of the ABA Commission on the Future of Legal Services....

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Dr. Amy Zeng

Dean & Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management
Sawyer Business School

Dr. Zeng leads the Sawyer Business School, conducting research on global supply chain design, reverse logistics, supply chain risk management, and international...

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Important advisory & disclaimer

OpenField is an independent research platform not officially affiliated with Suffolk University. Information reflects public documentation reviewed on 2026-10-16. Students must verify application deadlines, fee structures, and prerequisite details directly with official university admissions departments before applying.

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