Simmons College is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Boston, MA, in a predominantly urban area. Simmons College has an annual student enrollment of approximately 5,000.
Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Library Science
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Education
- History
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Very common exam scores among students admitted to Simmons College are within the range of 22 to 26 on the ACT, or 1540 to 1850 on the SAT exam. Approximately 50 percent of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 16 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is close to $37,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Simmons College participates in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA's Great Northeast Athletic Conference in Basketball.
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.simmons.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Simmons College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Simmons College is around 5,700 students, where graduate students make up roughly 8% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $36,000-$44,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,100 to $1,400 per unit
- The estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is around $17,000, which includes nineteen meals provided per week
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $23,231 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 74% | $9,181 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Simmons College may offer services like:- Online classes
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
With a graduation rate of around 71%, Simmons College is among the most successful schools in the area.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 66% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 4% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 1% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Health Services Administration Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Simmons College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Food Science (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biostatistics (B)
- Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (B)
- Neurobiology and Behavior (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
- Finance and Financial Management Services
- Information Systems
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
- Information Science (D)
- Information Technology (M)
- Web Design (B)
Education
- Special Education (M)
- Secondary Education (B, C, M)
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Education (C, D, M)
- ESL (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D)
- Administration of Special Education
- Urban Education and Leadership
- Early Childhood Education
- School Library Media Specialist
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies (M)
- East Asian Studies (B)
- African Studies
- Women's Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Nutrition and Wellness Studies (B, C, M)
- Foodservice Administration and Management (B)
- Consumer Merchandising and Management
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Physical Therapy (B, D)
- Nursing Administration (M)
- Dietetics (B, C)
- Family Practice Nurse (M)
- Healthcare Administration (M)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (B)
- Nursing Education (C)
- Nursing Practice (D)
- Health Informatics
History
- Public and Applied History and Archival Administration (M)
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Library Science
- Library Science, Librarianship (C, D, M)
- Library Science
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Applied Behavior Analysis (D, M)
- Psychology (B)
- Physiological Psychology, Psychobiology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, D, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B, M)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
- Arts Management (B)
- Music (B)
- Music Management
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Simmons College.
- University of Massachusetts - Boston in Boston, MA (4 miles away)
- Framingham State College in Framingham, MA (17 miles away)
- Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA (25 miles away)
- Worcester State College in Worcester, MA (38 miles away)
- Rhode Island College in Providence, RI (39 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Simmons College for official up-to-date information.