Simmons University: Empowering Women to Lead

Simmons University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts. It features a renowned women’s-centered undergraduate program alongside co-educational graduate programs. Simmons empowers students to become leaders in high-demand professional fields.

Academic Programs

Simmons combines a strong liberal arts foundation with career-focused professional education. Popular fields of study include:

• Nursing: Recognized for high licensure exam pass rates and direct-entry options.
• Health Sciences: Kinesiology, Exercise Science, and Physical Therapy.
• Social Work: A historic and leading program in clinical social work.
• Library and Information Science (Graduate): Nationally ranked programs, including an online Master’s option.
• Business and Management: Focused on preparing women for leadership in business.

Campus and Student Experience

Simmons offers a small-college community feel with the vast opportunities of a major city.

• Location: In the heart of Boston’s vibrant Fenway neighborhood. This provides easy access to internships, clinical rotations, and cultural sites.
• Campus Life: A close-knit community with over 70 clubs and organizations.
• Residence Life: Nine residence halls create a welcoming atmosphere; first-year undergraduates are required to live on campus.
• Consortium: Simmons is a member of the Colleges of the Fenway (COF), expanding student access to more courses, clubs, and events.
• Future Vision: The One Simmons project is currently modernizing and unifying the campus for an enhanced student experience by Fall 2026.

Facts and Figures

• Founded: 1899
• Student Body: Over 5,000 total students (undergraduate and graduate).
• Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 8:1
• Tuition (Undergraduate): Approximately $45,000 per year (tuition and fees, 2023 data).
• Focus: A women-centered undergraduate experience and co-educational graduate programs.