Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
66.00%
SAT Average
1,332
ACT Range
26-31
Simmons University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 66.00%. This means approximately 660 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,750 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
66.00%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $45,538 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $45,538 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $63,512 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $27,313 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.84% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.84% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Simmons University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$45,538
Room and board
$17,104
Books and supplies
$1,280
Other expenses
$2,550
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$63,512
Average net price
$27,313
Average aid coverage
57%
$36,199 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Simmons University pays approximately $27,313 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Simmons University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Simmons University net price
$27,313
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Simmons University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $45,538 and average net price at $27,313. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$45,538
Current net price
$27,313
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
71.25%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,494
Undergraduates
1,750
10-Year Median Earnings - Simmons University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Simmons University graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Simmons University?
Undergraduates
1,750
Completion rate
71.25%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.84%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.84%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.84% of Simmons University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.84% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Simmons University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Simmons University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Simmons University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Simmons University is listed at 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115-5898. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Simmons University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simmons University | 66.00% | $45,538 | $27,313 | $63,494 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Boston schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Boston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons University's acceptance rate?
Simmons University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 66.00%.
How much is Simmons University tuition?
Simmons University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $45,538.
What is Simmons University's average net price?
Simmons University's average net price in the local dataset is $27,313.
What does Simmons University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,518 for Simmons University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Simmons University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,494 for Simmons University.
Is Simmons University accredited?
Simmons University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Simmons University?
The local dataset lists 1,750 undergraduate students at Simmons University.
What percentage of Simmons University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Simmons University in the local dataset is 29.84%.
What is the federal loan rate at Simmons University?
The federal loan rate for Simmons University in the local dataset is 63.84%.
Where should I verify Simmons University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Simmons University or the latest official federal education data.