International JD Students

International J.D. students should follow these steps to move your application to Suffolk University along in the right direction.

1. Pay Deposit

Admitted JD students must submit a non-refundable tuition deposit to reserve a place in the entering class. The non-refundable deposit is credited to the tuition bill at the time of registration.

2. Submit your Bank Statement

JD students must a bank statement certifying $70,271 USD to the International Student Services Office (ISSO). JD students with a dependent must certify an additional $10,000 USD and $5,000 USD for each additional dependent. Please mail a complete Certificate of Finances [PDF] and a Bank Statement to the ISSO.

3. Obtain an Immigration Document

Suffolk University will issue your immigration document (I-20) approximately 2-3 weeks after receiving your Bank Statement and tuition deposit. The I-20 will be sent to you via courier service to the address listed on your application.

4. Apply for an F-1 Student Visa

After you receive your I-20, you will be ready to apply for the F-1 Student Visa. F-1 Visa Application Instructions

Mandatory New International Student Program

Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA

ALL new international students, including Law students, are required to attend.

If you have any questions please contact the ISSO at 617-573-8043 or via email.