Standardized Testing
- Freshman Applicants are required to submit results from one of the following:
- SAT
We will accept both the old SAT and the redesigned SAT (which became available in March 2016). We consider the highest score across each SAT test date of the same exam, but cannot compare scores from different versions of the SAT. We do not require the optional essay offered with the redesigned SAT. Suffolk's College Board test code is 3771.
- ACT
The writing test is not required. We consider the highest Composite score from any given test date. Suffolk's ACT test code is 1920.
- Transfer Applicants currently in their first year of college after high school graduation or who have completed less than 24 semester hours must submit the SAT or ACT.
- International Applicants may submit either the TOEFL or IELTS in place of the SAT or ACT.
All scores must be sent directly from the testing agency.
The Suffolk SAT and TOEFL code is 3771 and the ACT code is 1920.
High School Diploma Policy
The Office of Undergraduate Admission seeks to accept and enroll first-year students from schools that are recognized or accredited by national, federal, state or regional agencies. Accepted students must submit a final high school transcript prior to beginning studies at the University. All transcripts must document that students have completed sufficient academic work to earn their diploma.
In the event the University has reason to believe a student’s diploma is not valid, it will rely upon the submitted transcript to determine whether the student has completed sufficient academic work to earn the diploma and qualify for admission to the University. If it is determined that a diploma was awarded without sufficient academic work, the admission decision may be rescinded and the student will be asked to leave the University.
Home Schooled Students
Home-schooled applicants are required to submit all of the
application materials required for freshman applicants, including standardized
test scores, a personal statement, and a transcript. It is understood
that the transcript of a home-schooled student may be different from that of a
traditional high school student. Regardless of the format, a transcript
should include all 9th to 12th grade courses (including those in progress) and
the timeframe of each course (academic year and semester). In addition,
an assessment of performance (a letter grade, percentage, narrative assessment,
etc.) is needed. Occasionally applicants are asked to submit additional
information describing the curriculum and/or texts used.
Home-schooled students who are admitted and enroll at
Suffolk are required to provide the university with proof of graduation in one
of the three following ways:
- An official final
transcript from the local school district.
- An official final
transcript from a home school association or agency.
- An official GED/HiSET
score report.
Home-schooled
students who have completed AP exams and/or college coursework must request
that those official score reports and transcripts be sent directly to the
Admissions Office
