Simmons University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Simmons University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts, enrolling about 1,670 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 69.98% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $63,494 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $46,874
- 2024 Average Net Price: $25,265 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 69.98% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,670 89.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 72.34%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 20.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 26.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 30.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1316
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,756
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,871
- Room & Board: $17,618 annual estimate
Simmons University: what the data shows
Common questions about Simmons University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Simmons University?
Simmons University is located in Boston, MA (ZIP 02115-5898).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Simmons University public or private?
Simmons University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Simmons University cost?
Published tuition: $46,874.
Average net price after aid: $25,265.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,027 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,810 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $22,139 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,714 |
| $110,001+ | $32,777 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $187,496.
How hard is it to get into Simmons University?
Admission rate: 69.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1316 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Simmons University?
Total enrollment: 1,670 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,756 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,991 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Simmons University?
150%-time completion rate: 72.34%.
First-year retention: 84.8%.
What do graduates of Simmons University earn?
Median earnings: $61,420 six years after entry; $63,494 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,840.
33.18% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Simmons University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Work (632 completions)
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (390 completions)
- Library and Information Science (141 completions)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (137 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (124 completions)
- Archives/Archival Administration (110 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (48 completions)
- Psychology, General (45 completions)
- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General (44 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (35 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Simmons University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 69.98%; completion rate 72.34%; median earnings $63,494 at 10 years; net price $25,265. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$46,874
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Simmons University was $46,874.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$25,265
2024 Value
In 2024 Simmons University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $25,265.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$101,060 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$25,265 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$187,496 4-Year Tuition
$17,618 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,280 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$65,772 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$263,088 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Simmons University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.18% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
63.41% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Simmons University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Simmons University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $35,380 | $35,380 | $29,085 |
| 2014 | $36,230 | $36,230 | $27,525 |
| 2015 | $37,380 | $37,380 | $29,461 |
| 2016 | $38,590 | $38,590 | $27,575 |
| 2017 | $39,600 | $39,600 | $28,308 |
| 2018 | $40,850 | $40,850 | $28,568 |
| 2019 | $42,070 | $42,070 | $30,008 |
| 2020 | $41,917 | $41,917 | $27,920 |
| 2021 | $43,062 | $43,062 | $18,046 |
| 2022 | $44,350 | $44,350 | $21,661 |
| 2023 | $45,538 | $45,538 | $27,313 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
69.98% Acceptance Rate
4,871 Total Applicants
3,215 Students Admitted
363 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.29% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1316
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Simmons University reported total enrollment of about 1,670 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 0% male and 100% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (46.3%), Hispanic or Latino (16.6%), and Black or African American (12.4%). About 33.18% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 20.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Simmons University in 2024 is 1,670 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,756 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,991 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 46.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
64.97% 100% Completion Time
72.34% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 64.97% of students graduating from Simmons University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Work: 11% male / 89% female
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 6% male / 94% female
- Library and Information Science: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Simmons University.
Return on Investment
$24,840 Median Student Debt
$63,494 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.12% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
528.28% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Simmons University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 61 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Work: 632 completions
2. Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 390 completions
3. Library and Information Science: 141 completions
4. Applied Behavior Analysis: 137 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 124 completions
6. Archives/Archival Administration: 110 completions
7. Special Education and Teaching, General: 48 completions
8. Psychology, General: 45 completions
9. Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General: 44 completions
Most popular programs at Simmons University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Simmons University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Simmons University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 30.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,463
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $16,715
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Simmons University is a private non-profit institution located in Boston, MA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Work, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing, Library and Information Science. Enrollment is approximately 1,670 students. Student body composition includes White (46.3%), Hispanic or Latino (16.6%), Black or African American (12.4%). The admission rate is 69.98%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1316. The 150%-time completion rate is 72.34%. Approximately 33.18% of students receive Pell Grants. About 20.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Boston, MA 02115-5898
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 61 distinct degree programs, Simmons University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Simmons University located?
Simmons University is located in Boston, MA.
What is Simmons University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Simmons University is 70.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,871 applicants and 3,215 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Simmons University cost?
Reported tuition is $46,874 and average net price is $25,265 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $17,618 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Simmons University?
Simmons University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,756 students, White (46.3%), Hispanic or Latino (16.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Simmons University?
About 20.4% of students at Simmons University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Simmons University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Simmons University reports midpoint SAT about 1316 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of Simmons University earn?
Median earnings are $61,420 six years after entry and $63,494 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Simmons University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 72.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Simmons University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,840.
Is Simmons University public or private?
Simmons University is a private nonprofit institution located in Boston, MA.
Is Simmons University an HBCU?
No. Simmons University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Simmons University a tribal college?
No. Simmons University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Massachusetts college costs
- Massachusetts colleges by ROI
- Boston, Massachusetts city profile
- New England regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Massachusetts
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.