PrivateUrbanSimmons University
Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5898
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Simmons University is a private urban institution in Boston, Massachusetts. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1332.
A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,494 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,313.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Sharks
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1332
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Decision by January 15
Regular Decision
February 1
Decision by March 15
Reply by May 1
SAT/ACT optional for admission consideration.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Decision Notifications
Transfer Admission
Fall Transfer
April 1
Spring Transfer
November 1
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
36.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$21,780
Academics
View all 38 majors›
Programs (108)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Top Industries
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
82%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
13
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MA state average + large city premium
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Compact urban campus in Fenway neighborhood; everything walkable.
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Fenway Parkwalkable
Historic home of the Boston Red Sox, walking distance.
Museum of Fine Artswalkable
One of the world's great art museums, adjacent to campus.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museumwalkable
Intimate art museum with stunning courtyard.
Symphony Hallwalkable
Home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Newbury Streetwalkable
Premier shopping and dining street in Back Bay.
Days out near Boston
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