How do I tell what parts of my application are still outstanding?

Unfortunately, the only way to confirm that all parts of an application have been received is to contact the Graduate Admissions office at (617)573-8302 or grad.admission@suffolk.edu. When Graduate Admissions has received all materials for an applicant, we will send an email (or a hard copy letter, if no email address is on file) notifying applicants that their application is complete.

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Is there a specific form for recommendations? A specific format?

Suffolk University has no specific form for recommendations. Letterhead is preferred, but not required. Suffolk University does not accept faxed or emailed recommendations. Recommendations should come directly to the admissions office from the person writing the recommendation, but the graduate admissions office will accept the recommendation from an applicant if it is in a sealed envelope with the signature of the person giving the recommendation across the back flap.
The letter should be a balanced assessment of both the prospective student’s suitability for the program as well as the suitability for Suffolk University. Contact information must be provided for the person giving the reference, especially if the reference is not on letterhead. Suffolk University may contact references, and therefore requires that information.

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Can I fax a transcript?

Suffolk University does not accept faxed transcripts. Faxed transcripts are not “official” and therefore cannot be accepted.

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If I am not admitted, can I have materials forwarded to another school? Can I get copies back of my materials?

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prevents the University from disclosing any non-student records. For more information on the University’s policy regarding FERPA, look here.

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There are services and agencies that will collect my recommendations and test scores and send them out. Will Suffolk accept them?

No. The Graduate Admissions office does not accept materials from third parties. Students should send all materials directly. If you have any questions, please contact the graduate admissions office at (617) 573-8302. back to top^