Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Online | simmons.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Simmons University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,905 prospective students applied, and 2,398 were granted admission. Of those admitted 451 enrolled in the school. 3,151 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,112 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $40,850 plus fees of $1,067. Simmons University is ranked 146 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Ratings
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Simmons University is rated within the top 26% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Simmons University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#146 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#110 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#105 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1250 |
| ACT | 24/29 |
| GPA | 3.69 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,280 |
| Other Fees | $1,067 |
| Room and Board | $14,022 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,550 |
| Total One Year Cost | $59,769 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 37% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Business | 6% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167783 IPEDS survey data for Simmons University.
Current students may use the Simmons University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.