Simmons University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Simmons University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Simmons University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,760, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 66%. The university offers 53 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 71%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $44,208.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile27-30
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1230-1390
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
64%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
17%
Unknown
2%
Black
4%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
29% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
49
Total Online Enrollment
3,215
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.64% online, 36% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
49% On-campus
51% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's43% online
Graduate Certificate89% online
Master's50% online
Doctorate54% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $44,208 | $44,208 |
| Graduate | $28,500 | $28,500 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,280 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,104 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,700 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $17,104 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,550 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,550 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $64,292 | $64,292 |
| Off-campus without family | $65,142 | $65,142 |
| Off-campus with family | $48,038 | $48,038 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
29%
State Grant Aid
16%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
29%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$50k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Library Science. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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