C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100

Simmons University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Boston, Massachusetts 02115
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
B+
76/100
Prestige
C+
52/100

Quick Stats

5,053
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
66%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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  • Avg home value near campus: $869,482
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,297/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02119 (4.0% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where Simmons University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Children and Youth Library Services
of 1 schools
🥈
Archives/Archival Administration
of 2 schools
#13
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
of 22 schools
#15
Applied Behavior Analysis
of 40 schools
#18
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $44,208 $44,208
Total Cost (On-Campus) $66,472 $66,472

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
62%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Social Work 632 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 390 grads/yr Library and Information Science 141 grads/yr Applied Behavior Analysis 137 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 124 grads/yr Archives/Archival Administration 110 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 48 grads/yr Psychology, General 45 grads/yr Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 44 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 35 grads/yr Children and Youth Library Services 26 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 26 grads/yr Dietetics/Dietitian 21 grads/yr Public Health, General 20 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Public Health Education and Promotion 18 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 17 grads/yr Biopsychology 17 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 17 grads/yr History, General 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Simmons University's top programs commonly pursue.

Social and community service managers
$78k/yr 219,800 jobs
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 17,100 jobs
Social workers, all other
$69k/yr 81,000 jobs
Healthcare social workers
$68k/yr 193,200 jobs
Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists
$65k/yr 92,300 jobs
Marriage and family therapists
$64k/yr 77,800 jobs
Mental health and substance abuse social workers
$60k/yr 136,800 jobs
Child, family, and school social workers
$59k/yr 399,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,053
Total Students
92%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 10%
Black 9%
Asian 6%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 36%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%
25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Simmons University?
Simmons University has an acceptance rate of 66%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Simmons University?
Tuition at Simmons University is $44,208 for in-state students and $44,208 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Simmons University?
The graduation rate at Simmons University is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Simmons University a good school?
Simmons University has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Simmons University?
Simmons University has a total enrollment of 5,053 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology