Suffolk University ACT Scores and GPA

What are Suffolk University's average ACT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into Suffolk University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Boston, MA

Suffolk University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: ACT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into Suffolk University.

Average ACT: 27

The average ACT score composite at Suffolk University is a 27.

The 25th percentile ACT score is 24, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 30.

In other words, a 24 places you below average, while a 30 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute ACT requirement at Suffolk University, but they really want to see at least a 24 to have a chance at being considered.

Average GPA: 3.42

The average GPA at Suffolk University is 3.42. This makes Suffolk University Moderately Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.42, Suffolk University requires you to be around average in your high school class. You'll need a mix of A's and B's, and very few C's. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.

Admissions Rate: 86.8%

The acceptance rate at Suffolk University is 86.8%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 87 are admitted.

This means the school is not selective. As long as you don't fall way below average, you'll likely get in.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is not selective, you have a great shot at getting in, as long as you don't fall well below average. Aim for a 24 ACT or higher, and you'll almost certainly get an offer of admission. But if you score below this, you may be one of the unlucky few to get rejected.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in Suffolk University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to Suffolk University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average ACT scores than Suffolk University. If you improve your ACT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Stony Brook University	Stony Brook, NY	1396	31
Seton Hall University	South Orange, NJ	1310	30
United States Military Academy	West Point, NY	1331	30
Drexel University	Philadelphia, PA	1330	30
Penn State University Park	University Park, PA	1310	29
Syracuse University	Syracuse, NY	1310	29
University of Connecticut	Storrs, CT	1315	29

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for Suffolk University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Temple University	Philadelphia, PA	1241	28
University of Texas at Dallas	Richardson, TX	1291	28
Hofstra University	Hempstead, NY	1246	27
Auburn University	Auburn, AL	1304	27
Pace University	New York, NY	1173	26
University of Cincinnati	Cincinnati, OH	1223	26
University of Alabama	Tuscaloosa, AL	1225	26

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for Suffolk University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If Suffolk University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Quinnipiac University	Hamden, CT	1210	25
Ohio University	Athens, OH	1174	25
University of Arizona	Tucson, AZ	1245	25
California State University Long Beach	Long Beach, CA	1145	23
University of North Texas	Denton, TX	1110	23
Washington State University	Pullman, WA	1130	23
University of Texas at Arlington	Arlington, TX	1160	23

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