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Simmons University
Simmons University is a Private, 4 Years+ school located in Boston, MA. The 2019 average net price at Simmons University is $29,601. Acceptance rate is 69.72%. The school has a total enrollment of 6,082.
Mission Statement
Quick Facts

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Location: | Boston, MA |
Student Body: | 6,082 |
Education Type: | 4 Years+ |
Funding: | Private |
Campus Type: | Urban |
Web Site: | www.simmons.edu |
Acceptance Rate: | 69.72% |
Admission Details
Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
- Acceptance Rate: 69.72%
- Application Deadline: February 1, 2021
- International Students: 4%
- Application Fee: $55
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
Tuition: | $39,660 |
Grad Tuition: | $21,726 |
Room and Board: | $15,200 |
Books and Supplies: | $1,280 |
Other Fees: | $1,190 |
Average Net Price: | $29,601 |
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
- Most Recent Incoming Class: 395
- Men / Women Ratio: 0 / 395
- Median SAT Verbal Range: 580 - 660
- Median SAT Math Range: 550 - 640
- Median ACT Range: 24 - 30
International Student DataInformation for International Students
- Minimum TOEFL Score: n/a
- Minimum IETLS Score: 6.5
- % of International Students: 4%
- International Testing: Required
- Total International Students: 17
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
- High School Transcript: Required
- Recommendations: Required
- Admissions Tests Scores: Required
- Portfolio: Not Considered
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Health Professions: 35%
- Public Admin, Social Services: 22%
- Library Science: 12%
- Psychology: 7%
- Education: 6%
Academic Programs
Simmons University offers 144 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Health Professions. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Bachelor's Degree ProgramsSimmons University offers 66 Bachelor's Degree Programs
Agriculture
- Food Science Degree
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Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Degree
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- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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- Biostatistics Degree
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- Neurobiology and Behavior Degree
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Business, Management, Marketing
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
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- Finance and Financial Management Services, Other Degree
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- Finance, General Degree
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- Management Information Systems, General Degree
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- Marketing, Marketing Management, General Degree
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- Marketing, Other Degree
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Communication
- Communication, General Degree
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- Speech Communication and Rhetoric Degree
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- Technical and Scientific Communication Degree
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Computer Science
- Computer and Information Sciences, General Degree
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- Information Science, Studies Degree
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- Information Technology Degree
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- Web Page, Digital, Multimedia and Information Resources Design Degree
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Education
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
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- Education, General Degree
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Secondary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Social Studies Teacher Education Degree
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English Literature
- Creative Writing Degree
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- English Language and Literature, General Degree
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Ethnic, Gender Studies
- African Studies Degree
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- East Asian Studies Degree
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- Women's Studies Degree
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Foreign Language, Literature
- French Language and Literature Degree
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- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Dietetics, Dietitian Degree
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- Medical Informatics Degree
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- Physical Therapy, Therapist Degree
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- Public Health Education and Promotion Degree
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
- Campus
History
- History, General Degree
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Human Sciences
- Consumer Merchandising, Retailing Management Degree
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- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General Degree
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- Foodservice Systems Administration, Management Degree
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Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biopsychology Degree
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- Cognitive Science Degree
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- Multi-, Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree
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- Nutrition Sciences Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Computational Mathematics Degree
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- Mathematics, General Degree
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Natural Resources, Conservation
- Environmental Science Degree
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Parks, Leisure Studues
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree
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Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
- Philosophy Degree
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Physics, General Degree
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Psychology
- Physiological Psychology, Psychobiology Degree
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- Psychology, General Degree
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Social Work Degree
- Online
- Campus
Social Sciences
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics Degree
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- Economics, General Degree
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- International Relations and Affairs Degree
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- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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- Sociology Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation Degree
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- Art, Art Studies, General Degree
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- Fine and Studio Arts Management Degree
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- Fine, Studio Arts, General Degree
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- Music History, Literature, and Theory Degree
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- Music Management Degree
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- Music, General Degree
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- Theatre, Theatre Arts Management Degree
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Master's Degree ProgramsSimmons University offers 41 Master's Degree Programs
Business, Management, Marketing
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
- Campus
Communication
- Communication and Media Studies, Other Degree
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- Communication, General Degree
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- Speech Communication and Rhetoric Degree
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Computer Science
- Information Science, Studies Degree
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- Information Technology Degree
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Education
- Education, General Degree
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- Education, Teaching of Individuals In Elementary Special Education Programs Degree
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- Education, Teaching of Individuals In Junior High, Middle School Special Education Programs Degree
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- Education, Teaching of Individuals In Secondary Special Education Programs Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
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- English, Language Arts Teacher Education Degree
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- History Teacher Education Degree
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- Junior High, Intermediate, Middle School Education and Teaching Degree
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- Multicultural Education Degree
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- School Librarian, School Library Media Specialist Degree
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- Secondary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
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- Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
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- Urban Education and Leadership Degree
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English Literature
- Children's and Adolescent Literature Degree
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- English Language and Literature, General Degree
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- Writing, General Degree
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Ethnic, Gender Studies
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other Degree
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Foreign Language, Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Family Practice Nurse, Nursing Degree
- Online
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- Health, Health Care Administration, Management Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Nursing Administration Degree
- Online
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
- Campus
History
- History, General Degree
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- Public, Applied History Degree
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Human Sciences
- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General Degree
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Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nutrition Sciences Degree
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Library Science
- Archives, Archival Administration Degree
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- Children and Youth Library Services Degree
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- Library and Information Science Degree
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Psychology
- Applied Behavior Analysis Degree
- Online
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Public Policy Analysis, General Degree
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- Social Work Degree
- Online
- Campus
Social Sciences
- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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Doctorate Degree ProgramsSimmons University offers 11 Doctorate Degree Programs
Computer Science
- Information Science, Studies Degree
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Education
- Education, General Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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- Health Occupations Teacher Education Degree
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Health Professions
- Nursing Practice Degree
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- Physical Therapy, Therapist Degree
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
- Campus
Library Science
- Library Science, Other Degree
- Campus
- Library and Information Science Degree
- Campus
Psychology
- Applied Behavior Analysis Degree
- Online
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Social Work Degree
- Online
- Campus
Certificate ProgramsSimmons University offers 18 Certificate Programs
Business, Management, Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other Degree
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Education
- Administration of Special Education Degree
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- Education, General Degree
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- Secondary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
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- Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
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- Urban Education and Leadership Degree
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Health Professions
- Dietetics, Dietitian Degree
- Campus
- Health, Health Care Administration, Management Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Nursing Education Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
- Online
- Campus
History
- Public, Applied History Degree
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Human Sciences
- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General Degree
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- Human Nutrition Degree
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Library Science
- Archives, Archival Administration Degree
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- Children and Youth Library Services Degree
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- Library and Information Science Degree
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Psychology
- Applied Behavior Analysis Degree
- Online
- Campus
Demographics & Outcomes
Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 73%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 74%
- 1st Year Retention: 82%
- Post Graduation Salary: $52,400
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
- Total Students: 6,082
- White, non-Hispanic Students: 62%
- Unknown: 14%
- Black Students: 8%
- Hispanic Students: 6%
- Asian Students: 5%
- Two or more races: 3%
- Non-resident, alien: 2%
- American Indian, Alaska Native Students: <1%
- Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students: <1%