Overview
Simmons University is a private, liberal arts university located in Boston, Massachusetts. Simmons offers a women’s undergraduate education in 60+ majors and programs, as well as four graduate schools for its co-ed graduate population. The university is part of the Colleges of the Fenway collaboration, providing more opportunities for students attending schools in the Fenway neighborhood, such as a jazz band, dance project, and intramural sports teams. For students looking to make a difference in the area, Simmons Community Engagement provides opportunities with over 60 community organizations for student participation in causes such as educational equality and mentorship. The campus is also within walking distance of the Museum of Fine Arts, Fenway Park, and Longwood Medical Area.
Acceptance Rate:
66%
Average Net Price:
$30,008
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
27
Average SAT Composite
1206
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $46,874 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $46,874 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $17,618 |
| Books and Supplies | $1280 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
86%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$33,874
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,842
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$31,584
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
16%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3702
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,842
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$43,423,400
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,006,485
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
62%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,356
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
Students receiving federal loans
61%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,260
Average Other Loans Per Year
$17,595
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Women’s College
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
4871
Students Applied
46%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
108
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | |
| Other | December 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$61
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
2%
Submitting ACT
19%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
Average SAT Composite: 1206
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.8
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
5,053
Total Number of Undergrads
1,760
0
100
67%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
71%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
96
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
43
Countries Represented
19
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
20%
Student Organizations
71
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
59%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
56%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Sharks
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Female Athletes
187
Intramural Sports
10
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Crew-Rowing
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Simmons University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$58,400
Top 5 Cities
Boston
New York
Washington
Providence
San Francisco
Top 5 Employers
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Simmons College
Wellington Management Company
Massachusetts General Hospital
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
Top 5 Sectors
Healthcare Services
Education
Community and Social Services
Business Development
Media and Communication
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,500
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
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