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Simmons University
Boston,
MA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate76%
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About Simmons University
Simmons University is a private, nonprofit university in the city of Boston, Massachusetts. Simmons University was founded in 1899. The university enrolls around 5,705 students a year, including 1,789 undergrad students.
Simmons University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Simmons University. The acceptance rate at Simmons University is 76%. Out of 4,001 applications received in 2022, 3,059 students were offered admission.
| Simmons University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 76% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 9% |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 9% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 17% |
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Simmons University is located Boston.
If you want to see Simmons University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90 to Boston, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Logan International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Simmons University and Boston are like without leaving home.
College Info
Simmons University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Feb 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Simmons University is Feb 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Simmons University is Apr 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Simmons University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1190 - 1350
Math SAT Range
590 - 690
Reading SAT Range
610 - 700
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1350 and Above
Good
1190 to 1350
Avg
1190 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Simmons University students is 1279. Applicants with SAT scores of 1350 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Simmons University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1190 to 1350 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1190 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Simmons University.
Simmons University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$62,642
In State$62,642
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$44,208
$44,208
Fees
$1,330
$1,330
Housing
$17,104
$17,104
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Unknown
Full TimeUnknown
Part Time61%
In State39%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,705
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
76%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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