Tuition & Aid

The Office of Student Financial Services is here to guide you through the details of financing your college education.

Commitment to Affordability

Suffolk University understands the need for families to make educated decisions about how to pay for college. That’s why we are committed to providing financial assistance on the basis of need and merit through federal, state, and institutional programs. As part of our continuing efforts to provide financial assistance to our students, we are proud to note that:

  • 94% of all new undergraduates received financial aid
  • $129 million in financial aid to Suffolk students

If you're a first-generation student (your parent(s) did not receive a bachelor's degree), you'll automatically receive a $1,000 scholarship.

A Suffolk Student works on her laptop in the career center.

Financial Aid Checklist

It's important to keep track of the necessary financial aid application steps, as well as the deadlines for submitting the required documents.

  • Fall 2023 new freshmen are encouraged to file the FAFSA by March 1, 2023
  • Fall 2023 transfer students are encouraged to file the FAFSA by March 1, 2023
  • Spring 2024 new freshmen and transfer students should submit the  FAFSA by December 1, 2023

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. This is the only form required for initial financial aid consideration. The Federal Code for Suffolk University is 002218. 

  • Fall 2023 applicants complete the 2023-24 FAFSA
  • Spring 2024 applicants complete the 2023-24 FAFSA

Check your email and applicant portal for your award letter and information about next steps.

Plan Ahead

Net Price Calculator

Suffolk University understands the need for families to make educated decisions about how to pay for college. That’s why we are committed to providing financial assistance on the basis of need and merit through federal, state, and institutional programs.
Calculate your Potential Cost 

Merit-Based Aid Estimate

We also automatically consider all students for merit-based financial aid. There is no separate application to fill out, but you can use the Merit Scholarship Estimator to determine the aid you may qualify for based on your academic achievements.
Use the Estimator 

Suffolk's Personalized Approach to Financial Aid

All financial aid applicants are assigned a dedicated counselor with the Aid Office based on the first letter of your last name.

For questions or to schedule an appointment with your counselor, please call us at 617-573-8488.