Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
About Family Orientation

What is the cost of Family Orientation?

A. Family Orientation is $30 per participant.  Children under 12 are free.  Please let us know how many members of your family will be attending on the registration form.

Q. What should I bring?

A. Since activities throughout the day will require walking in and between buildings, please wear comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Other than that, just you and a lot of good questions!

Q. What if I have to cancel?

A. Please call our office at (617) 573-8321 if you will be unable to attend.

Q. I am commuting in for the day, where can I park?

A. We have assembled a listing of garages near the Suffolk University campus with parking options. Some of these parking garages offer certain discounts for parking that may be attractive during your stay, please contact the garages directly to see if the discount is valid for your particular stay. Stamps for validating can be obtained at the dispatch booth on the first floor of the Donahue Building. Please allow a minimum of 15 minutes walking time from any of the locations listed on the Discount Parking/Local Hotel Info Sheet. Parking is very expensive and can run from $25-40 for one day.

Q. I am from out of town, where can I stay?

A. For your convenience we have provided a listing of hotel options within close proximity to the Suffolk University campus. Please contact the hotels directly to make reservations.  We also provide an on-campus housing option.  For more information about this please contact Joshua Cheney at 617.305.2500 or jcheney@suffolk.edu.

Q. Will I have an opportunity to see my student throughout the day?

A. No. The programs will run independently. Please make appropriate arrangements with your student prior to the beginning of the orientation program.

Q. Where do I check-in?

A. Family Orientation check-in will be in the 150 Tremont Basement, the same location as your student.