THE CITY CLASSROOM - INTO University Partnerships
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
THE CITY
CLASSROOM
GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 2020-2021
Seattle
Portland
Boston
Chicago New York
Detroit
Denver Washington, DC
San Francisco
Los Angeles
7,288 students with San Diego Atlanta
SUFFOLK 1,353
Dallas
Miami
INTERNATIONAL
UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
from 100+ countries At a glance
Founded: 1906
3RD LARGEST Campus: Boston, Massachusetts
BOSTON is the
PERCENTAGE
#1 CITY
City Population: 673,000
of international students Enrollment: 7,288 Avg Class Size: 22
among US institutions International Students: 1,353
U.S. News & World Report 2019 to study in the US Countries Represented: 100+
QS World Rankings 2019
Bachelor's: 60+ Master's/PhD: 50
Additional Campus: Madrid, Spain
TOP 3 BEST
BOSTON IS HOME
MBA PROGRAMS to more than 35 colleges
Our campus
and universities 250,000+
is BOSTON Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2018
college students and
#1 City for Entrepreneurial
Growth and Innovation 50,000+ Top 20
U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2017 #177 IN NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL
Most Innovative
Law Schools
#1 City in the US UNIVERSITIES STUDENTS. PreLaw Magazine 2017
for Startups U.S. News & World Report 2019
#1 Law School in the Nation
U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2017
in Legal Technology
National Jurist 2018
"INTO Suffolk focuses
more on me. During the
semester, I hear from my
advisor to talk about what
to do. It feels like a family
that cares about me."
Pham, Vietnam
International Year One in Business
Class of 2022
2 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 www.intostudy.com/suffolk | 3
THE CITY IS YOUR CLASSROOM
At Suffolk University, your education will go
THE INTO SUFFOLK
ADVANTAGE
beyond the classroom with custom-built degree
programs designed to lead to exciting careers.
From your first semester, you will work with real-world
companies and industry leaders to help you build a professional Suffolk University partners with INTO to create a support
network to launch your career. Internships, class visits to system for international students. We offer Academic English,
companies and the halls of government, and lectures by International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program,
civic leaders and executives in private enterprise: all of these Graduate Pathway and Direct Entry programs where you
possibilities are right next door to Suffolk University. will work alongside your American peers and earn credit
towards your degree while improving your English skills. After
Our innovative, interdisciplinary degree programs reflect the successful completion of your program, you will be able to
contemporary world our student graduates. Programs like progress to a Suffolk degree program.
urban environmentalism, entrepreneurship, big data and
business analytics, or politics, philosophy and economics INTO Suffolk is located on campus and provides students
(PPE) will expose you to ideas and methods of thinking that many services including:
will open your mind and widen your career options after • Personalized academic, language and cultural support
graduation. Our small class sizes enable a level of individual • Free airport pickup to welcome you to Boston
attention that can help set you up for success. • Orientation activities to help you adjust to Suffolk
• Housing support to help you find the right place to live
Ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top
• Tutoring and language support to encourage your success
universities for international students in 2019, Suffolk proudly
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY welcomes students from all over the world to our downtown
Boston and Madrid campuses. Nearly a quarter of our
• Social activities and trips with other students
• Visa and Immigration support
undergraduate students come from abroad. Our International
Student Services Office can assist you with immigration issues 85.7% of all Pathway students were eligible to progress at
and cross-cultural communication. You can join one of 80+ Suffolk in 2017-18. Eligible students are those who successfully
student groups consisting of numerous international clubs and completed the Pathway program and qualified for admission
as degree-seeking students. Enrolled students are those who
organizations to connect with fellow international students. enrolled as degree-seeking students in their next term of degree
study at Suffolk University.
Undergraduate and Graduate Progression Rate 2017-2018
85.7% ELIGIBLE
STUDENTS
100%
OF ELIGIBLE STUDENTS
ENROLLED
ADJUSTING TO
AMERICAN ACADEMICS
The Center for Learning and Academic Success (CLAS)
is a one-stop shop for student support. At CLAS, you can
find tutoring, study groups, academic coaching, as well as
academic skills and English language workshops. For students
whose primary language is not English, CLAS also has math,
statistics and accounting drop-in help.
4 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 About Suffolk University | 5
#2 State for Health
BOSTON
MADRID CAMPUS
Care Access
U.S. News & World Report 2018
Boston has a reputation for strong academics, but it’s so
#8 Global City for much more than that. Boston hosts some of the biggest names in
Highest Quality of Life higher education. Beyond that, Boston is a sought after location for
Deutsche Bank 2018
quality of life. Museums, concert halls, shopping districts, booming
restaurants—you can find it all in Boston.
#13 Best Student Cities
in the World Boston is considered one of the most walkable cities in the US, so there's no need to
QS World University Rankings 2018 worry about not having a car. The campus is centered in Downtown Boston, so you are
always just steps from where you need to be. While not in class, you can find patches
of greenery to relax in, such as the Boston Public Garden and Boston Common—both
walking distance from campus. There are eight subway stops within a five-minute walk
from campus, making it easy to explore the Greater Boston area.
A City Full of Possibilities
Home to 10 Fortune 500 companies, Boston offers many options for internships
and employment after graduation. With leading companies and industries right in
your backyard, Suffolk students can seek employment at:
• 1,420 financial firms including KPMG, Liberty Mutual, Fidelity Investments and Deloitte
• 1,877 law firms
• 1,911 technology companies including Bose Technology and General Electric
• Medical and healthcare institutions such as Boston Medical Center,
Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Children’s
Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
• Political centers and nonprofit organizations such as the Massachusetts State
House, Boston City Hall, Boston Partners in Education and Community Works
• Other well-known companies including The Boston Globe, Boston Red Sox,
Clear Channel, HubSpot, TripAdvisor and Wayfair
North End
Massachusetts
Boston isn’t the only city we call home. Located in Spain, Suffolk’s Madrid Campus
General Hospital
West End
offers students the opportunity to study in this world-class city. First-year direct
Boston Public Market
Boston City Hall
Historic
Downtown entry students can choose to study in Madrid for up to two years before making the
transition to Suffolk University in Boston. Government majors with a concentration
Government Center
Boston Harbor
Charles River Massachusetts
in international relations can choose to fulfill all four years of their undergraduate
State House
Beacon Hill Suffolk Financial
University District
degree at the Madrid campus. Any student can spend a semester or summer in Madrid,
Boston regardless of their major.
nt
Common
fro
Public
ter
Garden Boston Opera House
Wa
Why Madrid?
wn
South
nto
Back Bay Boston
Theater Chinatown
w
Park Square Waterfront
Do
District Leather
District
Madrid, a city full of vibrance and culture, is Spain’s capital and home to a world of history and heritage. Its
great cost of living makes it one of the most attractive study abroad cities in Europe. From multiple museums
to a great culinary scene, there are many aspects to explore in Madrid. Having all of these options makes it a
great hub for global connections. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture and a new
language, enriching your study abroad experience and broadening your world view.
Suffolk’s Madrid campus, located at the intersection of Avenida del Valle and Issac Peral, is nearby the city
center and home to 150 students from all over the world. Whether you choose to spend a semester abroad in
Madrid or longer, you will get the opportunity to learn Spanish and English.
“You are learning to become the We offer many undergraduate courses in a variety of subjects, including art history, business, communication,
person you want and here you computer science, English, government, history, science, sociology, Spanish and general education requirements.
find the motivation to do it.” Class sizes range from around 15-25 students, giving a personalized academic experience. We want you to feel at
Victoria, Venezuela home, so we offer assistance with anything from academic to social support during your time on campus.
International Year One in General
Class of 2022
6 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Study at Suffolk's Madrid Campus | 7
HOUSING DINING
Required* Not Required Meal Plan:
Meal plans are required for students who live
Academic English (AE) x on-campus. Students who live off campus
International Year One (IYO) x are able to purchase a meal plan, but it is not
covered in the cost of their accommodation.
AE + IYO x
Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP) x Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Two to four students within two bedrooms
AE + UTP x
connected by a shared bathroom or two
students in a shared room with a community
EXPERIENTIAL
Undergraduate Direct x
bathroom facility. Make the Most of
Graduate Pathway (GPW) x
Career Opportunities
AE + GPW x Gaining experience in a work
Graduate Direct x environment is a great way to
make the most of studying abroad.
*Students are required to live in on-campus housing for their first two semesters, unless their total study plan
is fewer than two semesters.
Curricular Practical Training and
Optional Practical Training are
both ways that you can explore
Benefits of On-campus Housing:
Your education will come alive in a city full of internships and volunteer your potential. Over the last
Assurance: University-sponsored residence halls are guaranteed
Note: The floor plan provided is an example. Room types programs that deepen your studies in real-world ways. Our proximity to three years, Suffolk has had 562
for all incoming freshman for two years.
major media outlets, theatre companies, sport teams and everything from
and sizes vary depending on building and floor. unique placements, allowing
start-ups to Fortune 500 companies gives you access to industry leaders
Productivity: Being so close to your classes, the library and study undergraduate and graduate
spaces helps you stay on top of your workload. students to take part in internships
Off-Campus Housing Options and innovators who will inspire you.
Convenience: You’ll find public transit, shopping, restaurants, Off-campus apartment complex for during and after their studies
theaters and cultural attractions just steps from your new home. international students.
Students Tackle Real Business Problems with Real Clients What is Curricular Practical
When students study marketing at Suffolk’s Sawyer Business School, they practice connecting Training (CPT)? Curricular
with real companies and finding solutions to industry problems. Suffolk students have helped Practical Training allows
local grocery chain Roche Bros. find new ways to engage their customer base and become the international students in F-1 status
preferred catering vendor in the neighborhood. to take part in professional or
temporary employment.
Broadcasters Get Their Start at Suffolk
What is Optional Practical
Students in Suffolk’s broadcast journalism program hit the airwaves before they even graduate,
Training (OPT)? Optional Practical
reporting for the “Suffolk in the City” program on New England Cable News. They pitch topics,
Training allows international
film and edit news stories and present them with live commentary every Friday.
students in F-1 status to take
part in professional or temporary
Gain Experience by Giving Back employment that is directly related to
A passion for serving the community is central to the Suffolk experience. Students have donated the student’s area of study, before or
their time and talent to organizations like: after they have graduated.
• The Greater Boston Food Bank • Boston Housing Authority
• New England Center and Home for Veterans • Jumpstart Refer to page 12 for more
information on OPT and CPT.
8 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Experiential Living and Learning | 9
LAW SCHOOL
ACADEMIC
www.suffolk.edu/law
At Suffolk, you’ll have a variety of options where it matters most: your academics.
Under the guidance of nationally recognized faculty members and industry professionals, you can With an emphasis on real-world practice and experiential
immerse yourself in a subject of your choice. With many areas of study to choose from across our learning, Suffolk Law regularly appears on lists of the most
College of Arts and Sciences, Law School and Sawyer Business School, you can find subjects innovative law schools in the country. PreLaw Magazine calls
that you are passionate about and designed for your career goals. Suffolk Law "an innovative force."
• One of only 15 law schools with five or more top-ranked
specialty programs U.S. News & World Report 2019
STEM MAJORS • Listed among top schools for health law, intellectual property
law, technology law, and best building PreLaw Magazine 2017
Boost your employability and consider one of Suffolk University's STEM majors • 25% of sitting judges in Massachusetts are Suffolk Law
graduates
• Big Data and Business Analytics • Chemistry • Financial Services and Banking • MBA with Business Intelligence Option
• Biochemistry • Computer Science • Information Systems • Physics
• Biology • Environmental Science • Marketing • Radiation Science
• Business Analytics • Finance • Mathematics • Radiation Therapy
Suffolk Law is the only law school in the nation to be ranked by
U.S. News & World Report for four years running (2017-2020):
SAWYER BUSINESS SCHOOL www.suffolk.edu/business #3 Legal Writing #15 Trial Advocacy
#16 Dispute Resolution #19 Clinics
Law Students of the Year, 2016, 2017, 2019
PreLaw Magazine
Top 20 Most Innovative Law Schools
At Sawyer Business School, you gain more than just business knowledge. You PreLaw Magazine 2017
develop real-world skills. At Suffolk, we prioritize practical experience, so you will
#1 Law School In The Nation
learn how to adapt to different work environments, think innovatively and lead others.
in Legal Technology
National Jurist 2018
• Take advantage of Suffolk’s location—you are within walking distance of the Financial
District as well as major corporations
• Network with government, legal and business industries
• Participate in our Global and Domestic Travel Seminars—gain résumé-building
skills and extend your business network. The seminars have been previously
held in the US, Germany, China, India, Israel, Brazil, Greece, England and
other countries.
www.suffolk.edu/college COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
STEM Programs
Undergraduate: Big Data and Business Analytics; Information Systems
Graduate: Business Analytics; Finance; Financial Services and Banking; Marketing
TOP 3 Best MBA Programs Whether you are interested in working in magazine,
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2018
online or broadcast journalism; television or film
production; or a global corporation, pursuing a
degree in communication will provide you with
the skills you need to work effectively in the
modern world of complex technologies and
“I love the teaching style here because you
diverse audiences.
get a lot out of projects and I enjoy listening
to other people’s points of view. I’m really • Learn industry-level standards for digital
cameras, lighting and sound equipment
connected to data analytics. I love to research
and to delve deeper into topics, investing my • Write for The Suffolk Journal and The
Suffolk Voice—two award-winning student
thoughts and my ideas into my work. When
publications—or join RamCam Productions,
BEST MBA PROGRAMS
you study abroad, it can be difficult at first to a student video club
T OP THREE
adapt to the differences of a new country. It’s • Intern for the Boston Globe, PBS and other
exciting when you find similarities in different media outlets in Boston
cultures. The versatility of INTO Suffolk means
that you can explore that. It’s helped support
and build my confidence in a new way.”
Viktoriia, Russia
Master of Science in Marketing
Class of 2020
10 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Academic Highlights | 11
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
LAUNCH YOUR CAREER FIND YOUR DEGREE. With a wide range of subject areas and admissions options, you can find the perfect degree for your chosen career. You can
choose to apply for direct entry to the university or for a Pathway program that provides extra academic, language and cultural support. From the day you
apply to the day you graduate, we are here to help you succeed every step of the way. Flip to the back cover to learn how to apply.
Internship Opportunities Top Ten OPT majors:
While at Suffolk you can be among the nearly 500
international students who have had high quality internships. Accounting Information Systems B = Bachelor’s M = Master’s D = Doctorate International Year One
International students are working during Curricular Practical Indicates the undergraduate Pathway program that should be taken to progress to an
Business Administration Law GP
Graduate Pathway program that can lead to this degree is indicated in bold. undergraduate academic program. This program is also available through direct admission.
Training (CPT) at these companies: This degree is also available through direct admission.
Entrepreneurship Management ● Indicates a Suffolk degree program
BU Business SM Science and Mathematics
• Boston Children’s Hospital CS Computer Science VA Visual Arts
Finance Marketing Designated STEM degree by the US Department of Homeland Security
• Boston Red Sox
Designated STEM degree by the US Department of Homeland Security GE General
• Brigham & Women’s Hospital
• Christian Louboutin
• Converse, Inc.
• Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
• Ernst and Young B M D B M D
• Goldman Sachs College of Arts & Sciences Spanish GE
Impressive Suffolk Alumni
• Harvard Medical School Theatre GE
Distinguished by incredible accomplishments, many Suffolk Administration of Higher Education ●
• Hilton Hotels
alumni are among the best in their fields. Suffolk graduates Advertising GE Undeclared GE
• Lendbuzz
• Massachusetts Governor’s Office have gone on to become captains of industry, finance leaders Applied Politics GP Sawyer Business School
• Massachusetts General Hospital in business and government and national figures in law and Art History GE Accounting [Grad options: Business Intelligence; Forensic
Accounting; Corporate Accounting and Finance; Governmental BU GP
• Massachusetts Port Authority the arts. Some notable international alumni include: Asian Studies GE
and Not-for-Profit Accounting]
• Morgan Stanley Biochemistry SM
• Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Al Maktoum, India, BSBA ‘99: Big Data and Business Analytics BU
• Santander Bank
President of Al Fajer Properties, Founder, President and Biology [BS options: Biotechnology, Health Careers, Marine Science] SM
Business Analytics¹ [Grad options: Accounting, Finance,
• Search Fund Accelerator GP
Chairman of A1 Grand Prix, Chairman of Dubai International Chemistry SM FinTech, Healthcare Management, and Marketing]
• State Street Global Exchange Holding Company, Al-Nasr Sports Club, and SHUAA Capital
Communication [BS options: Broadcast Journalism, Global and Cultural Business Administration [Grad Options: Accounting Business
• TripAdvisor Intelligence; Business Intelligence; Corporate Accounting
Communication, Media and Film Production, Print/Web Journalism]
• Danyi Wen, China, MBA ‘06: CEO Shanghai LIDE Biotech GE GP and Finance; Corporate Finance, Creative Disruption:
[Grad options: Communication, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations
and Advertising] Entrepreneurship for New and Existing Businesses; Government
As a dynamic city for a number of industries - business, media, • Hicham Abdessamad, Morocco, BS ‘98: Senior Vice and Not-for-Profit Accounting; FinTech; Forensic Accounting; GP
technology, healthcare, finance, pharmaceutical, biotech and President of Global Services, Hitachi Vantara Computer Science CS Global Marketing; Health Sector Management; Investments;
Market Research and Customer Insights; Product Management;
government - Boston is an ideal place to start your career. Every Crime and Justice Studies ●
• Emilio Aragón Álvarez, Cuba, BA ‘04, DFA ‘04: Spanish actor, Risk Management; Strategic Management; Supply Chain
year hundreds of international students at Suffolk participate composer, filmmaker Economics GE Management]
in Optional Practical Training (OPT) at some of the best English [BA options: Literature, Creative Writing] GE Business Economics BU
companies. Check out some of the most recent OPT employers: • Victoria Bénis-Lonsdale, France, LLM, ACIS ‘08: Group
Company Secretary, Travelex Environmental Science SM Entrepreneurship [BSBA options: Corporate Entrepreneurship;
Entrepreneurship; Family Entrepreneurship; Launching a New BU
• American Eagle Outfitters Environmental Studies [BS options: Environmental Policy, Urban Venture; Social Entrepreneurship]
SM
• Biocare Medical, Inc Environmentalism]
Finance1 [BSBA options: Corporate Finance; Finance;
• Boston Children's Hospital Fine Arts VA
Financial Institutions; Financial Planning; Investment] [Grad
BU GP
• Brigham & Women's Hospital Global Cultural Studies GE options: Corporate Finance; Financial Technology (FinTech);
Investments; Risk Management]
• CBT Architects Global Public Policy GP
• Coca-Cola Company, U.S.A. Financial Services and Banking1 GP
Government [BA/BS options: American Politics, International Relations,
• Commonwealth of Massachusetts GE Financial Wealth Management BU
Law and Public Policy, Political Theory]
• CVS Caremark Global Business BU
Graphic Design VA ●
• Ernst & Young Health Administration ●
History [BS/BA options: Public History, Regional and Global Histories, US
• Hill Holiday History]
GE
Information Systems BU
• Johns Hopkins University Interior Architecture ●
Management [BSBA options: Business Analysis, Leadership, Management] BU
• Massachusetts General Hospital
Interior Design VA
• Massachusetts Institute Technology Marketing1 [BSBA options: Digital Marketing; Global Marketing; Product
Law GE Innovation & Brand Marketing; Professional Sales; Sports Marketing]
• Northeastern University [Grad options: Marketing, Market Research and Consumer Insights,
BU GP
• Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research Mathematics [BS/BA options: Actuarial Science; Pure Mathematics] SM Global Marketing]
• Saks Fifth Ave. Mental Health Counseling ● Management Studies GP
• Sheraton Hotel Philosophy [BA/BS options: Applied Ethics; Philosophy] GE Public Administration [Grad options: Healthcare; State and
• State Street Local Government; Nonprofit Management; Performance ●
Physics [BS options: Astrophysics; Physics; Planetary Science] SM
• TripAdvisor Management]
Politics, Philosophy & Economics GE
• YMCA Greater Boston Taxation [Grad options: Large Firm and Small Firm] ●
Psychology (Clinical or Applied Developmental) GE ●
• Zipcar, Inc. Undeclared BU
Public Relations GE
Law School
Radiation Science SM
Law [Grad options: General, Global Law and Technology] GP ●
Radiation Therapy SM
Sociology [BS/BA options: Crime and Justice; General Sociology; Health and GE 1 These programs are only designated STEM at the graduate level.
Society; Youth and Community Engagement]
12 | INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Academic Programs | 13
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS International Year One Programs
*Estimated credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree.
Progression Requirements:
We offer several routes to admission. With more than Entry Requirements
Start
Dates
Entry Requirements: **
High School Diploma required for all programs
All GPAs are minimum cumulative
Semester Credits* unless otherwise noted
60 bachelor’s degrees, flexible study plans and start INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE
Program DIRECT Fall Spring GPA TOEFL iBT IELTS IELA Duolingo GPA Other
dates throughout the year, we will help you find the 1-SEMESTER 2-SEMESTER 3-SEMESTER
Program High school diploma High school diploma Business
option that’s right for you.
requirements 3-Semester • • 89-90/124 50 5.0 154 75 N/A
There’s no need to stress about where you start; just focus on Minimum GPA 2-Semester • • 93-94/124 2.2 60 5.5 162 90 2.0
2.7 2.2 2.2 2.2
where you’re going. You can complete your degree at any stage. We Equivalent
1-Semester • • 108/124 79 6.5 176 105
don’t design our programs for one type of student; our programs are TOEFL iBT 79 79 60 50 US UNDERGRADUATE
Computer Science
built for everyone. Where you will begin depends on your grades and EDUCATION SYSTEM
3-Semester • • 89/124 50 5.0 154 75 N/A
English level. Where you end up is where you want to be: graduating IELTS 6.5 6.5 5.5 5.0
To graduate with your 4-year
with a bachelor’s from Suffolk. 2-Semester • • 93/124 2.2 60 5.5 162 90 2.0
IELA 176 176 162 154 undergraduate degree, you will need
1-Semester • • 109/124 79 6.5 176 105
to take the following classes:
g DIRECT ENTRY: If you meet the academic and English General
Duolingo 105 105 90 75 Core classes: General education
language requirements for your degree program, you can apply 3-Semester • • 90/126 50 5.0 154 75 N/A
directly to Suffolk University. Academic courses can include English
N/A N/A Level 4 N/A 2-Semester • • 94/126 2.2 60 5.5 162 90 2.0
English composition, social sciences,
To apply, you will need the following required documents: 1-Semester • • 110/126 79 6.5 176 105
Note: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program. humanities, history, mathematics
declarations, high school transcripts, university transcripts Science and Mathematics
Institutional Code TOEFL: 3771 SAT: 3771 ACT: 1920
and natural/physical science. These
(for transfer applicants), proof of degree, personal statement, 3-Semester • • 89/126 50 5.0 154 75 N/A are typically taken at the beginning
accounting of time, passport, English test score and proof of
2-Semester • • 93/126 2.2 60 5.5 162 90 2.0 of your degree.
enrollment (transfer student only), recommendation letters Dates
and portfolio (Arts and Design). An application fee may apply. Program DIRECT INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE
1-Semester • • 109/126 79 6.5 176 105 Major classes: These classes will
For more information, visit www.suffolk.edu/admission/ Visual Arts be about the specific field of study
Fall 2020: Sep 2020 Fall 2020: Aug 26, 2020
international-students. Start Dates 3-Semester • • 98-102/124 50 5.0 154 75 • 2.7 GPA average in the you chose. They are typically taken
Spring 2021: Jan 2021 Spring 2021: Jan 12, 2021 three studio foundation
2-Semester • • 102-106/124 60 5.5 162 90 courses toward the last part of your degree.
2.2 2.0 • No grade lower than a
g INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE: International Year One 1-Semester • • 112-115/124 79 6.5 176 105
C+ in the three studio
foundation courses
allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even
if you don’t meet the academic and English requirements for Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
direct entry. You will receive additional support to help you g ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM: If you do not meet the direct or
successfully complete your first year and graduate in the same International Year One entry requirements you can enter our Academic English
amount of time as direct entry students. Your Pathway program program to improve your academic and language skills. Once you have achieved Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
[SAMPLE INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE PROGRAM] General
length is determined by your English language scores. For more the required language level, you can progress to International Year One. Learn
2-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components Program Information
information, visit www.intostudy.com/suffolk/programs more on page 20.
Fall 2020: Aug 26, 2020 126 credit hour program
Spring 2021: Jan 12, 2021 32 credit hours apply from Pathway
94 credit hours remaining toward degree
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements
•• High school diploma with equivalent EAP 101 Foundations of Listening and Speaking I 4 •• 2.0 GPA
of 2.2 GPA out of 4.0
EAP 102 Foundations of Reading and Writing I 4 Notes
Undergraduate Degree Program •• Language requirement:
•• TOEFL iBT 60
MATH 1281 Math for the Modern World 4 1 Math course will be determined
based on math placement exam
•• IELTS 5.5 CI XXX2 Creativity and Innovation 3
2 CI (Creativity & Innovation) courses
•• IELA 162 CAS 101 Strategies of Success 1 will vary by semester
Year 1: Freshman Year 2: Sophomore Year 3: Junior Year 4: Senior These courses are generally
•• Duolingo 90 Total 16
delivered through the INTO
Direct Entry
2.7 GPA Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours Suffolk Center and are for
Pathway students only.
TOEFL iBT 79 EAP 103 Foundations of Listening and Speaking II 4
IELTS 6.5 EAP 104 Foundations of Reading and Writing II 4
AMST 101 American History and Culture 4
1-Semester STATS 240 or STE Req Introduction to Statistics or Science, Technology and Engineering Requirement 4
2.2 GPA Pathway
Total 16
TOEFL iBT 79
1-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components
IELTS 6.5
International Year One
High School Fall 2020: Aug 26, 2020
126 credit hour program
Diploma 2-Semester Pathway Spring 2021: Jan 12, 2021
16 credit hours apply from Pathway
(or equivalent) 2.2 GPA 110 credit hours remaining toward degree
TOEFL iBT 60 Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
What are your scores? •• High school diploma with equivalent EAP 103 Foundations of Listening and Speaking II 4
IELTS 5.5
of 2.2 GPA out of 4.0
EAP 104 Foundations of Reading and Writing II 4
•• Language requirement:
3-Semester Pathway •• TOEFL iBT 79 MATH 1281 Math for the Modern World 4
2.2 GPA
First semester of this •• IELTS 6.5 CAS 101 Strategies for Success 1
TOEFL iBT 50 program begins before •• IELA 176
Year 1/Freshman CI XXX Creativity and Innovation 3
IELTS 5.0 •• Duolingo 105
Total 16
Transfer Student English
www.suffolk.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs
(See page 16) No TOEFL iBT
Language
or IELTS
Program
14 INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Undergraduate Admissions 15
“You are encouraged to explore your studies, to speak and think
freely. I’m interested in pursuing trade law research and improving my
knowledge in this field. I like the flexibility of the course and how they
teach us to shape our writing. Studying in Boston, you are in the heart
of a city that is known for its law and education. It’s the perfect place to
have your international experience”
Chanokchon, Thailand
LLM in Global Law and Technology, Class of 2019
UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER PROGRAM
Have you earned credits from another college or university and want Why Choose UTP?
to transfer to a US university? You can transfer directly into Suffolk Choosing UTP provides a customized, cost-effective path to your
University Boston or choose our Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP) bachelor’s degree. Before your program starts, Suffolk will provide
which is specifically designed to support international students through you with an estimate of credits that will transfer to the university.
the process of transferring. Once you arrive on campus, our friendly staff will be available to help
you transition into life at a US university. You will also have access to
helpful resources including academic, English language and cultural
Entry Requirements support. If you do not meet the English language entry requirements
UNDERGRADUATE for the UTP, you can enter our Academic English program before
Program DIRECT TRANSFER
TRANSFER PROGRAM progressing to either the UTP or direct transfer to Suffolk.
N/A 1-Semester
Program Length
or 2-Semester UTP Benefits
Fall 2020: Sep 2020 Fall 2020: Aug 26, 2020
Start Dates • Transfer of credits from your college or university-level classes to
Spring 2021: Jan 2021 Spring 2021: Jan 12, 2021
your degree
GPA 2.5 2.2
• Receive customized curriculum of university credit-bearing courses
TOEFL 79 60-79
• Quick turnaround time for offer (5-7 business days)
IELTS 6.5 5.5 – 6.5 • Unofficial Pre-Arrival Credit Evaluation (15 additional business days
after receiving offer letter)
IELA 176 162-176
• Guaranteed progression to any undergraduate program upon
Duolingo 105 90-105 successful completion of your UTP
Minimum Transfer Credits No minimum 12 • Academic advising throughout the program including progression
and student success advisors
Maximum Transfer Credits 80 80
Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
Undergraduate Transfer Program Start Dates
Fall: Aug 26, 2020 Spring: Jan 12, 2021
Business
Computer Science
General
Science & Mathematics
Visual Arts
1-Semester program 2-Semester program
16 INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Undergraduate Transfer Program 17
GRADUATE ADMISSIONS Graduate Pathway Programs *Estimated credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree
Start
Entry Requirements Progression Requirements
Based on your academic qualifications, there are many ways to Entry Requirements Semester Dates Credits*
start your graduate studies at Suffolk. No matter what path you Program DIRECT GRADUATE PATHWAY
Fall Spring GPA Bachelor’s Degree TOEFL iBT IELTS IELA Duolingo GPA Other
choose, our 50+ degree programs blend classroom instruction 1-SEMESTER 2-SEMESTER
Accounting
with practical learning experiences that directly connect you to 1-Semester • • 40/49 2.5 80 6.5 176 105 3.0
• No grades below B
Program • Bachelor’s degree • Bachelor’s degree Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• No I or W grades
Boston’s business, political and cultural landscapes. requirements • Minimum GRE or GMAT • Additional work experience or course Applied Politics
scores if required by requirements dependent on program.
degree program
g Direct Entry: If you meet the academic and English language requirements 1-Semester • • 21/30 2.5 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 80 6.5 176 105 3.0 N/A
• Admissions interviews are
for your degree program, you can apply directly to Suffolk University. required for some programs Business Analytics
To apply, you will need the following required documents: declarations, Minimum GPA 2-Semester • • 19/31 65 5.5 169 95
3.0 2.5 2.5 • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
university transcripts, proof of degree, passport, English test score, goal Equivalent 2.5 • Students must have passed a university-level statistics course 3.0
• No grades below B
• No I or W grades
in the past five years or have equivalent industry experience
statement, recommendation Letters (varies by program), résumé and interview TOEFL iBT* 80 (no subscore below a 17) 75-80 65
1-Semester • • 22/31 80 6.5 176 105
(for selected majors). An application fee may apply. Communication [MA concentrations in Public Relations and Advertising; Integrated Marketing]
IELTS* 6.5 (no subscore below a 6) 6.0-6.5 5.5
Graduate degrees are competitive, and an extensive review of your 1-Semester • • 27/36 2.5 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 80 6.5 176 105 3.0 N/A
application will be done. Please expect a longer turnaround for an IELA* 176 169-176 162-169
Finance [MS concentrations in Corporate Finance; Investments; Risk Management]
admissions decision. For more information, visit
Duolingo* N/A 105 95
www.suffolk.edu/admission/international-students. 2-Semester • • 31/44 • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
65 5.5 169 95
• No grades below B
Academic English N/A Level 6 Level 4 2.5 • Students must have passed a university-level statistics course 3.0 • No I or W grades
in the past five years or have equivalent industry experience
1-Semester • • 34/44 80 6.5 176 105
g Graduate Pathway: Our Graduate Pathway programs allow you to Note: Entry requirements are subject to change and vary by program.
Financial Services and Banking
begin earning credits toward your degree even if you do not meet the direct *Language requirements vary by program length.
entry requirements. The program will help build the academic foundation and Institutional Code TOEFL: 3771 GRE: 3771 GMAT: MBA full time ZWT-BN-92 2-Semester • • 31/44 • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
65 5.5 169 95
• No grades below B
GMAT: MBA part time ZWT-BN-83 Executive MBA ZWT-BN-29 Other Masters ZWT-BN-55 2.5 • Students must have passed a university-level statistics course 3.0
essential English language skills you need to successfully move on to your in the past five years or have equivalent industry experience
No I or W grades
1-Semester • • 34/44 80 6.5 176 105
master’s degree. You’ll receive the highest level of support with dedicated
Global Public Policy
academic advisors throughout your program. Your Pathway program length
Dates
is determined by your English language scores. For more information, visit 1-Semester • • 21/30 2.5 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 80 6.5 176 105 3.0 N/A
Program DIRECT GRADUATE PATHWAY
www.intostudy.com/suffolk/programs Law (LLM) [LLM concentrations in General; Global Law and Technology]
Fall 2020 (LLM): Aug 2020 Fall 2020 (LLM): Aug 17, 2020 65 5.5 • No grades lower than a B-
Start 2-Semester • • 17/24 (13 subscore (5.5 subscore 162 N/A • No more than 2 B- in the 2
Fall 2020: Sep 2020 Fall 2020: Aug 26, 2020
g English Language Program: If you do not meet the direct or Graduate Dates Spring 2021: Jan 2021 Spring 2021: Jan 12, 2021 • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
in reading) in reading) semesters
2.5 • First undergraduate degree in law or equivalent
2.9
Pathway entry requirements you can enter our Academic English program 75 6.0 • No grades lower than a B-
1-Semester • • 19/24 (13 subscore (6.0 subscore 169 N/A • No more than 1 B- in a
to improve your academic and language skills. Once you have achieved the in reading) in reading) semester
required language level, you can progress to a Graduate Pathway program. Management Studies
Learn more on page 20. 2-Semester • • 19/31 65 5.5 169 95
• No grades below B
2.5 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 3.0 • No I or W grades
1-Semester • • 22/31 80 6.5 176 105
[SAMPLE GRADUATE PATHWAY PROGRAM] Finance
Marketing
2 Semesters Degree Program Components Program Information
Fall: August 26, 2020 44 credit hour program 2-Semester • • 25/37 65 5.5 169 95
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Spring: January 12, 2021 13 credit hours apply from Pathway • No grades below B
2.5 • Students must have passed a university-level statistics course 3.0 • No I or W grades
31 credit hours remaining toward degree in the past five years or have equivalent industry experience
1-Semester • • 28/37 80 6.5 176 105
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements
•• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA AE 051 Graduate Communication Across Disciplines 0 •• 3.0 GPA MBA
on a 4.0 scale AE 052 Graduate Student Success I 0 •• No grades below B
•• Students must have passed a university-level AE 080 Language Support for Accounting & Finance Professionals 0 •• No “I” or “W” grades. 2-Semester • • 39/51 • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 65 5.5 169 95
statistics course in the past five years or have •• Semester Pathway programs 2.5
• Students must submit a resume that will be evaluated for the
3.0
• No grades below B
SBS 604 Data Analytics 3 beginning in Spring enroll Semester equivalent of 1 year of qualifying work experience, military • No I or W grades
equivalent industry experience. 1-Semester • • 42/51 service and/or internships. 80 6.5 176 105
Language Requirements MBA 640 Corporate Financial Reporting and Control 3 1 during the Spring and Semester 2
Total 6 during the following Fall. No Pathway
•• Completion of Academic English Level 4
courses are offered during Summer
•• TOEFL iBT 65 Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
semester.
•• IELTS 5.5 AE 061 Graduate Communication for Professional Purposes 0 •• AE courses satisfy immigration
•• IELA 169 AE 062 Graduate Student Success II 0 requirements for full-time enrollment,
•• Duolingo 95 MBA 650 Value Based Financial Management 3 but do not count for credit toward the
student’s degree.
SBS 603 Managerial Economics 3
•• Course schedules are subject to
FIN 601 Introduction to Statistics, Accounting, & Finance Intensive 1 change based on course availability,
Total 7 prerequisite requirements and
placement exams. Students will
1 Semester Degree Program Components receive final schedules upon arrival.
Fall: August 26, 2020 44 credit hour program
Spring: January 12, 2021 10 credit hours apply from Pathway Notes
34 credit hours remaining toward degree These courses are for Pathway students only.
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
•• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA AE 065 Advanced Graduate Communication Across Disciplines 0
on a 4.0 scale AE 080 Language Support for Accounting & Finance Professionals 0
•• Students must have passed a university-level MBA 640 Corporate Financial Reporting and Control 3
statistics course in the past five years or have
FIN 601 Introduction to Statistics, Accounting, & Finance Intensive 1
equivalent industry experience.
Language Requirements SBS 603 Managerial Economics 3
•• TOEFL iBT 80 SBS 604 Data Analytics 3
•• IELTS 6.5 Total 10
•• IELA 176
•• Duolingo 105
www.suffolk.edu/business/degrees-programs/finance
18 INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Graduate Admissions 19ACADEMIC ENGLISH
“The support that INTO and Suffolk gave
The Academic English program at Suffolk prepares you for university me from the beginning has been amazing.
Key Program Facts
study in the US. You’ll receive high-quality English language instruction When I feel homesick, they give me family and
Program length is 15 weeks (14 weeks in Summer)
and the academic skills to succeed at Suffolk. community here. INTO took me by the hand
Minimum enrollment of 1 semester
and said ‘follow me’ and here I am.”
Minimum age 16
What You Will Learn
High school diploma required Felipe, Brazil
• Understand US values in an academic setting. International Year One Business, Class of 2022
• Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English. No English language requirement; students will be
assessed and placed upon arrival
• Write research papers with proper use of citations and references.
6 levels of instruction from beginner to advanced
• Read, understand and critically evaluate academic texts.
18-20 hours of instruction per week
• Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines.
• Take useful and accurate notes in academic lectures and presentations.
Progression Requirements
Estimated Academic English (AE) Level Based on Test Scores International Year One (2-Semester Pathway)
All students take a placement test during Orientation to determine their AE level. Completion of Academic English Level 4
The table below shows your estimated level of AE based on your standardized Graduate (2-Semester Pathway)
test scores. Completion of Academic English Level 4
Graduate (1-Semester Pathway)
AE Levels TOEFL iBT IELTS IELA Duolingo Completion of Academic English Level 6
Level 1SCHOLARSHIPS Learn more about Suffolk scholarships at: www.intostudy.com/suffolk/scholarships
ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE
There are two semesters per academic year (Fall, Spring) each about 18 weeks.
INTO Suffolk University Scholarships
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements Award Range Frequency Undergraduate Programs
Regional Scholarship Pathway program Varies. Contact your INTO representative $500 - $16,000 For Pathway year only
International Year One or
Undergraduate Direct
International Year One: 3.3 GPA average during IYO Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP)
Progression Scholarship Pathway program
Graduate Pathway: 3.5 GPA average during pathway
$5,000 Renewable
3 Semesters
Program Length 1 Semester 2 Semesters 1 Semester 2 Semesters
(Not available for UTP)
TUITION AND FEES $24,370 $42,395 $51,510 $20,504 $41,010
Suffolk University Scholarships Housing and Meals* $10,660 $21,320 $31,980 $8,650 $17,300
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements Award Range Frequency
Books and Supplies $620 $1,240 $1,860 $280 $560
Suffolk Undergraduate Scholarship Direct Entry Merit-based $4,000 to $18,500 Varies
Insurance $1,575 $3,520 $3,780 $1,460 $2,920
Other^ $280 $560 $840 $280 $560
Suffolk Graduate Scholarships Direct Entry Merit-based $3,000 to $20,000 Varies
(may include an employment portion)
LIVING EXPENSES $13,135 $26,640 $38,460 $10,670 $21,340
*Suffolk University Scholarships are competitive and not guaranteed. Renewed every semester if a student maintains required academic standing
Amounts subject to change. Limited awards at maximum value. TOTAL EXPENSES $37,505 $69,035 $89,970 $31,174 $62,350
Graduate Programs
Graduate Pathway Graduate Pathway
Graduate Pathway LLM Graduate Direct
Business Arts and Sciences**
Program Length 1 Semester 2 Semesters 1 Semester 2 Semesters 1 Semester 2 Semesters 1 Semester 2 Semesters
TUITION AND FEES $28,140 $48,950 $31,110 $54,100 $19,100 $30,910 $14,085 $28,170
Housing and Meals* $7,210 $14,420 $7,210 $14,420 $7,210 $12,850 $5,640 $11,275
Books and Supplies $620 $1,240 $1,240 $1,240 $620 $900 $280 $560
Insurance $1,575 $3,520 $1,575 $3,520 $1,575 $3,035 $1,460 $2,920
Other^ $280 $560 $560 $560 $280 $560 $280 $560
LIVING EXPENSES $9,685 $19,740 $10,585 $19,740 $9,685 $17,345 $7,660 $15,315
TOTAL EXPENSES $37,825 $68,690 $41,695 $73,840 $28,785 $48,255 $21,745 $43,485
Academic English
Academic English
All prices are estimated from 2019-20
Program Length 1 Semester
and are subject to change. Please visit
TUITION AND FEES $8,065
www.intostudy.com/suffolk/costs
for exact pricing.
Housing and Meals* $10,660
Books and Supplies $620
Insurance $1,575
For details about Terms and Conditions, Country Scales
Other^ $280 and English Waivers, visit
www.intostudy.com/suffolk/terms
LIVING EXPENSES $13,135
TOTAL EXPENSES $21,200
Note: Pricing may vary by program.
*Housing and meals for direct admission are based on average estimates; cost may vary depending on the actual housing. **(1-Semester Pathway + 1-Semester Degree)
^Other costs include personal and miscellaneous expenses e.g laundry, toiletries, healthcare, clothing, and entertainment and will vary depending on personal preference
22 INTO Suffolk University 2020–2021 Estimated Cost of Attendance | 23HOW TO APPLY
Choose from two easy ways to apply
Apply via your local
1 INTO educational counselor
INTO Suffolk University
73 Tremont Street
4th Floor
Boston, MA 02108
USA
Apply online
2 Complete our online application form: T: +1 617 573 8700
E: SuffolkAdmissions@intoglobal.com
INTO Suffolk Programs: www.intostudy.com/suffolk
apply.intostudy.com/suffolk
Direct Undergraduate: Find us on:
www.suffolk.edu/applications
facebook.com/intosuffolk
Direct Graduate:
suffolk.edu/graduate-admission/apply
instagram.com/into_suffolk
twitter.com/into_suffolk
myin.to/SuffolkYouTube
WeChat:
Suffolk
Discover more online
For counselors:
Through innovative partnerships with leading universities, we
partnerportal.intoglobal.com/suffolk
expand opportunities for higher education, ensuring success
and transforming the lives of our students and staff. For students:
www.intostudy.com/suffolk
INTO_SUF_202021_BROCHURE
Connect with us
Working across the globe, INTO Giving supports projects that
increase access to education and improve the quality of teaching
and learning. For more information, visit www.into-giving.com
Education counselor’s stamp
© 2019 INTO USA, LLC. All rights reserved. INTO and the INTO roundel are registered trademarks of INTO University Partnerships Ltd.You can also read
