Simmons University

Boston, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Simmons University

Simmons University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Established in 1899 by clothing manufacturer John Simmons as Simmons College, in 2018 it reorganized its structure and adopted its current name. Its undergraduate program is women-focused while its graduate programs are co-educational. Simmons is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. In 2020, it accepted 83 percent of applicants for undergraduate admission. The university is divided into two campuses in the Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood totaling 12 acres (4.9 ha), one of which has five academic buildings and the other of which has nine Georgian-style residential buildings. As of fall 2025, the university enrolled 1,675 undergraduates and 3,673 graduate students. Its athletics teams compete in NCAA Division III as the Sharks.

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70%

Acceptance

$25,265

Net price

1,670

Enrollment

72%

Grad rate

Report Card

B+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

70%

Acceptance rate

1,316

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading620–700

SAT Math600–690

ACT Composite26–34

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$25,265

Average net price

$46,874

In-state tuition

$46,874

Out-of-state tuition

$17,618

Room & board

$1,280

Books & supplies

$63,460

Total cost of attendance

33%

Students receiving Pell grants

63%

Students with federal loans

$24,840

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K

$18,027

$30–48K

$15,810

$48–75K

$22,139

$75–110K

$24,714

$110K+

$32,777

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

Health & Nursing33.0%

Multidisciplinary7.7%

Psychology7.5%

Computer Science6.9%

Biology6.6%

Social Sciences5.6%

Business5.0%

Parks & Recreation4.4%

Communications3.3%

Visual & Performing Arts2.3%

After Graduation

$63,494

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$61,420

Median earnings (6 yrs)

72%

Graduation rate

85%

Retention rate

81%

Earn more than a HS grad

$16,715

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,670

Total enrollment

10%

Part-time

Avg. age at entry

20%

First-generation

Gender balance

100% women

Race & ethnicity

White

46%

Hispanic

17%

Black

12%

Asian

10%

Two or more races

Simmons University FAQ

Is Simmons University a public or private school?

Simmons University is a private nonprofit institution located in Boston, MA.

What is the acceptance rate at Simmons University?

Simmons University has an acceptance rate of 70%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Simmons University cost?

The average annual net price at Simmons University is $25,265 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $46,874.

What is the graduation rate at Simmons University?

About 72% of students at Simmons University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Simmons University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Simmons University students earn a median of $63,494 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Simmons University?

Admitted students at Simmons University have an average SAT score of 1,316 and an ACT midpoint of 29. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Simmons University?

Simmons University enrolls about 1,670 students.

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