Welcome to Campus Life at Simmons! Located in Boston's vibrant Fenway neighborhood, Simmons offers a warm and welcoming community infused with urban benefits. Our beautiful campus is literally surrounded by music and fine arts, medical care and research, politics, grassroots activism, and the resounding cheers of Red Sox fans at legendary Fenway Park. We share the neighborhood with more than a dozen other colleges and universities, as well as hospitals, research centers, restaurants, parks, performance venues, and museums.
And that's not including all the goings-on about campus! With over 80 student groups, a campus art gallery, varsity sports, student performances, lectures, and organized events, there is something happening on campus almost every day. By getting involved, you can build leadership skills, meet new friends, and have some fun. Read on to learn more about Campus Life at Simmons.
Residence Life
Life in the heart of Boston is energetic and bustling, but on the Simmons Campus you'll find friendly faces, a welcoming atmosphere, and lots to do. From our nine residence halls to our state-of-the-art athletic facilities to our variety of dining halls and cafes, you'll feel right at home, whether you live on campus or not. Explore our residence halls and special theme communities, learn about room selection, find a place to get some food or just hang out on the residence or the academic campus, or get tips on finding off-campus housing if you're planning to live off campus.
Our Neighborhood and Boston
Simmons compact, historic, tree-lined campus is located in the vibrant Fenway neighborhood right in the heart of Boston. Just a few steps from our door are world-class museums, shops, restaurants, shows... almost anything you can imagine! Get to know our neighborhood and then wander a bit further into the streets of Boston with our neighborhood guide. Don't forget your discount MBTA pass!
Student Involvement
Simmons students are serious about keeping active and getting involved. With our wide variety of student groups on campus, there's something for everyone. You can learn more about student activities in this section, or you can jump right in and check out Sharklink, our dedicated student group website.
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Health and Wellness
At Simmons, you aren't just a number, you're a valuable and important part of the Simmons community. And we want to make sure you're healthy and thriving! We offer a variety of support services to help you do just that, from the health center to counseling services, from academic support to peer tutoring, from sports to spiritual life, we have you covered.
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Campus Services
Simmons offers a variety of campus services to make your life easier and safer, including academic and technology support, dining halls and cafes, the campus bookstore, parking options, and public safety officers and locations on both the residence and main campus.
