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18 out of 18 people found this review useful.
Ashley from Everett, MA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The professors are really great. They tell personal experiences that you can learn from and relate to and are always available for extra help or a question. They really help you learn and care about your success.
Am enjoying being here It's so fun! There is always something going on and so many things to join. It's in the heart of Boston so you can shop or catch a movie in between breaks and hang with friends all over the place. You can be yourself and meet so many great people.
Bang for the buck Even though it's not cheap it's very affordable for a private university. There are so many scholarships and financial aid that is available. If it's your dream school don't give up because of the expense, Suffolk can make it happen!
Tips for prospective students Work hard in school, have a great perspective, get an interview and tour the school. Make sure it's where you want to go and be excited because it's an amazing school.
Great for these types of students Students of all types. Very diverse and open. Students that want to learn and succeed should apply. Students that feel like they would enjoy being there. From dance to hockey, to bike riding to planning a dance, if there's something you like Suffolk is sure to have it. If not you can start something new!
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6 out of 6 people found this review useful.
Kelsey from, MA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot When you walk into a class room of about 16-22 students to one teacher, you really feel at home because everyone knows who you are! You will never sit in a lecture hall with 500 students so if you are that type of person this University isn't for you! But if you are like me and you like to work with the teacher then this school is a perfect fit! The labs are really nice if you are a science major because the teacher makes sure you are following along with the lab every step of the way.
Will enjoy being here I have wanted to go to this school for about a year and a half now, it is the school of my dreams! It is right in the heart of Boston and the dorms are surrounded by the beauty of the city! The dorms are beautiful especially Miller and the students are friendly and diverse. The city is an amazing place to experience and to dive right into, you can find anything there!
Bang for the buck This school offers good scholarships and grants for those who work for them. The dorms as I mentioned before are high tech and beautiful, and the view will take your breath away (over the Common)! The food is really nice but the drinks are expensive. The education you are getting here at Suffolk is well worth the money spent! You will learn a lot more from being in a small class then you would from a lecture hall!
Tips for prospective students I highly recommend if you are applying to this University that you take honors courses and AP courses while getting decent grades because they look highly upon that. I also cannot recommend enough that you go in for an INTERVIEW! This is extremely important (in fact this and my grades is probably what got me into Suffolk) because they want to see how you are as an individual. Don't be lazy and not go, if I was able to make it (living 3 and a half hours away) you can too! And when you go to an interview don't stress out just be yourself, and they love volunteer work so stress upon that. Before you go for an interview please research the college and the major you wish to peruse. They don't stress as much as they say they do on SAT scores or ACT scores. But if you are an okay SAT taker like me I recommend you take the ACT's I found the ACT's more understanding, and I got a higher score! If you have time I also recommend that you stock up on extra curricular activities of vast assortment but don't let your grades slack either.
Great for these types of students Great for students who love the city and want to explore, yet have a great education. I recommend this school especially for students who cannot sit in a lecture hall with hundreds of other students. This University is well known for having small classes where everyone can interact freely with the teacher and when the teacher knows everyone by name. Suffolk has great programs in law, art, sciences, and business fields. Any student who wants to be a Forensic Scientist or Biochemistry major has the amazing opportunity of working hands on with the Boston Police which I love! Student who will do well are students who are unique, diverse, and driven.
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
JR from MA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Suffolk University is the type of place where you learn if and only if you are willing to do a lot of work. There have been many kids in my classes who rarely show up or don't pay attention to the lessons, and needless to say they have not succeeded academically. You really have to look out for yourself, but the teachers are more than willing to work with you and help you if you are the one to go to them. I have also had classes where teachers don't seem to care about how or what they teach and give everyone whatever grade they feel they deserve regardless of how hard they've worked. It's very mixed, but I've found the more you try, the more reward you get.
Am enjoying being here Sometimes I really enjoy Suffolk, and other times I feel there are a lot of things missing. For one, the sense of community and school activity lacks greatly. The school is not so good at getting the word out about events or student happenings. The campus is also really spread out, so you have to walk through the Boston common to get to classes. The food was really sub-par until they opened up the cafe at 73 Tremont which is WORLDS better than anything they had before, so it's where I go most of the time. You'll be happy here if you are outgoing and take the time to make friends, and you may find you enjoy being with a lot of people who are a different race or class than you. I think one thing I really like about the school is that the demographics range from inner-city kids to rich international students, which makes a unique culture at the school.
Bang for the buck Suffolk is a good value for certain majors, but not for others. If you're interested in Business or Law, Suffolk has two great schools that will give you the tools you need to enter the real world. However, my major which was only started at Suffolk a few years ago, lacks a real structure and key components I need to get a good education. Suffolk is by no means a bad school, but certain programs are certainly better than others. It is also a private school which makes it a little more costly, but they give out a lot of financial aid. So, if you do well in high school or have a particular strength, chances are you will get a good package which will drive down the costs.
Tips for prospective students Try your best! Now that you're out of high school, it's up to you to remind yourself to do the laundry, get dinner, and study for a test. Your parents, peers, and teachers will no longer remind you about everything you have to do, and when deadlines are coming up. DO WORK STUDY. Suffolk awards almost everyone with it, and you really should take advantage of the money by getting a job on campus. There are a lot of local homeless shelters and schools that accept volunteers, and my time as a volunteer really shaped my year, so do some community service. As long as you try your best, you can make anything a rewarding experience!
Great for these types of students Students who will study on their own time, because no one will sit around to remind you to do it. Business, Law, NESAD, Political, Journalism, Theater, and various Science majors will be happiest here. Otherwise, the program may be too small and underdeveloped to make it feel like it's worth the degree.
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9 out of 14 people found this review useful.
Bradley from Washington, DC
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students This is an urban campus environment so be sure to visit before you say yes. Of great interest in their campuses in Madrid (Spain) and Dakar (Africa) , as well as their international program efforts.
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Pawtucket, RI
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Love the professors! I've yet to encounter a professor who completely bored me or didn't offer at least valuable information.
Am enjoying being here The administrative aspects of the school could be improved. The library hours are also pretty limiting.
Bang for the buck My major isn't a huge focus for Suffolk so I'm not sure if I'm getting my money's worth...
Tips for prospective students Suffolk isn't an incredibly difficult school to get into; just prove that you're a decent student and odds are, you'll get in. I would definitely check out the school before applying because it isn't a typical university in the sense that there is no campus. It is literally scattered around the south end of Boston which is great if you're a city person and aren't afraid of being independent. Definitely take a look around and make sure it meets your expectations.
Great for these types of students Classes are small and the professors know who you are, if that interests you than Suffolk is a great option. It is also in the heart of Boston and if the city is an exciting place for you, then again check it out. The buildings aren't the newest, so don't expect a fancy establishment, but they are historic and a part of the community.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Morgan from Waverly, GA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I've yet to start my semester, so I don't have much to say regarding teaching styles. I believe it all comes down to study habits though.
Will enjoy being here If you're looking to be in a city and urban setting, this is DEFINITELY your school. It's located in the heart of Boston, and majority of the campus surrounds the commons. Being an urban campus, walking quite a ways is necessary to get to certain classes. A small price to pay for a beautiful city.
Bang for the buck I've received a ton of financial aid offers so far from Suffolk alone, though it is up to you to do the individual research and gain scholarships from outside sources. When you apply for the FASFA you're automatically considered for all scholarships the school offers, which is great for us lazy students who don't want to take the time to fill out applications all day. I think it's relatively affordable and the counselors for financial aid are wonderful.
Tips for prospective students I'm in a ton of extracurricular activities, mainly marketing/business related ones. That helped tremendously (with scholarships too!). They love volunteer work, so throw some time into that. Basically, be real. My admissions essay spoke about how I don't believe in formal education, but doing it for society's acceptance of the newer generation.. I totally bashed everything they stand for but I got a personal comment back via email stating the relief it was to read something real. Go for it, be bold.. but do so in a respective manner.
Great for these types of students A school great for city prowlers, fashionistas, and outgoing goons. If you're looking for a huge sense of college life (such as: sports, greek life, socials) this isn't your school. Independent students who want to pursue businses, law, and criminal justice should succeed here; granted they do their studying!
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0 out of 1 people found this review useful.
M from MA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot What I found most interesting about this school is their program in Madrid. I love Spanish and I think that it is awesome. I would love to learn in Spain.
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1 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Peggy from Staten Island, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am enjoying being here its in the heart of Boston so there is always something to do.
Bang for the buck great financial aid
Tips for prospective students join clubs! just do something besides academics
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0 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Clara from Sharon, CT
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will enjoy being here The campus was great, right in Boston Commons. I really liked the art school, the dorm was amazing. I think Boston would be a terrific plase to go to college.
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Florida
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love Suffolk University. It is a very international student oriented school with many options to expand your horizons.
Academic Rigor If you put your effort into the classes then the workload is not that bad
Dorm Life The 150 dorm is not a very clean one; however, the people are very friendly.
Food and Dining Eat at the 73 cafe, the salads and sandwiches are great! The dorm food and dining is not so good.
What to do for fun Go to the commons!
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Jenny from Boston, MA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences While SU lacked a campus feel to it, it is still in the heart of Boston, which is a plus. Future students will definitely enjoy the scenery. Also, they will enjoy being in the city.
Tips for prospective students Never give up. If you need help, ask. There are many faculty members who are willing to help students achieve their goals.
Academic Rigor It definitely challenges me, and I enjoy it. I learn a lot of things from the professors here.
Dorm Life I am not a dormer; I am a commuter.
Food and Dining Food is great! However, there aren't enough seats for *all* students.
What to do for fun SU offers many organizations/clubs! Also, being in the heart of Boston means you can explore the State House, the Freedom Trail, and venture off to Faneuil Hall!
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Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
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Mayerlyn from Lawrence, MA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Suffolk is a great university right in the heart of Boston. Here at Suffolk I feel like a receiving a great education and still able to have fun and be young in the city. Being at Suffolk I have had the great opportunity to meet students all over the world, and make long lasting friendships.
Tips for prospective students Try to join at least one club, its a great way to get involved and meet friends. Also do not be scared to step out of your comfort zone, the world is full of surprises.
Academic Rigor Suffolk is only a challenge if you dont study!!!!
Dorm Life The dorms are fun and great way of meeting people. You get a reasonable amount of aspace, and have the cafeteria closed by. The only down side is that they are way over priced.
Food and Dining Suffolk's food is good, but I just wished I had more of a variety of food, also the food is over priced.
What to do for fun Since Suffolk is in the middle of the city there is an endless amount of things you can do for fun. You can talk a nice walk on Newbury and go shopping and get something good to eat at all the different restaurants on that one street! You can also enjoy a picnic at the commons which is filled with students on sunny days. You also have lots of plays you can attend because of all the schools located in boston, or a variety of museums you could check out. These are just a few of my favorite things to do but there is SO much more.
Bang for the buck Being in the city everything is pretty expensive. The university though does try to get tickets for shows and sports at discount prices. You can also use your student id to get discounts in a variety of places around the city.
Great for these types of students Suffolk is a great places for students who love the city life, with a small school atmosphere.
Campus Safety Suffolk is a really safe school. The campus police work along side Boston Pd no matter where you are in the city you will be safe.
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therese from Boston, MA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences suffolk university is a great college and good opportunity for me to pursuit my eduaction. .
Academic Rigor when it comes to academic way it is the highest in city
Dorm Life i havent been in the doorm yet, but i know it because of a friend of my, who told me that the doorm are really nice.
Food and Dining so far to be honest i don not know how the food taste but i know for sure is good.
What to do for fun a big diversity is a good opportunity for student to get involved in culb activity.
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Giola from Beverly, MA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences the sawyer business school is full of diverse and innovative students and professors. the professors are extremely helpful and spend time to get to know the students. the classes are all interesting. for a private education, suffolk is an excellent school!
Tips for prospective students always do the readings before class. go to all of your classes. stay on top of your work! get to know your professors and fellow classmates! try not to show up to class late as a lot of professors get really annoyed at this!
Academic Rigor the sawyer business school consists of an abundance of group projects, case studies, exams and lots of readings to prepare the students for their future careers. it is important to stay on top of the work load and plan ahead with assignments in order to get good grades and avoid stressing out. you get a lot out of the classes.
Dorm Life personally, dorm life was not for me. i lived with someone i didn't know and it wasn't the best experience as we were very different in terms of values and beliefs. the best dorms to live ( in best to worst ranking ) are; miller hall ( right next to the sawyer business school classes and close to the other buildings), west ( has apartment style dorms) and tremont. i lived at all three. tremont is the oldest and worst building to live in.
Food and Dining the food in the dining halls is pretty good. it is very clean and the workers are very nice. the food ranges from wraps, salads and soups to warm meals such as pasta, chicken etc.
What to do for fun being in the heart of the boston, there is so much to do. there are sport games such as the bruins (hockey), red sox (baseball) and the celtics (basketball), concerts, great cuisine, and many museums to name a few. newburry street is also a short walk for a day out shopping. the aquarium is also 5 minutes away. being in the city, there are also many bars and clubs one can enjoy.
Bang for the buck i have enjoyed being a student at suffolk university. the professors have all been amazing. i do wish the financial aid office was better, however. for a private education, you get what you pay for. you can also help finance your education with scholarships and grants.
Great for these types of students great for business, communication, science, law!
Clubs and Activities there are many clubs and activities to choose from!
Greek Life there is a fraternity and sorority, however, suffolk is not big on greek life.
Campus Safety the campus is very safe! there is security around at all times ensuring student safety.
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