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Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, achieving at least a B (3.0) average. In general, applicants are expected to submit a completed application file that includes the following:

  • A completed Application Form PDF Document
  • Non-refundable application fee of $35 (payable to Simmons College)
  • Official college transcripts from every college or university attended. Must include degree conferral
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Essay or statement of purpose
  • TOEFL scores, if English is not the applicant’s first language
  • Current résumé

Additional requirements vary by program. Some programs require official GRE, MAT, or MTEL scores. Requirements for essays, letters of recommendation, and an interview also vary. Please check the online application opens in a new browser window or contact the Office of Graduate Studies Admission at 617-521-2915 or gsa@simmons.edu for the requirements for the program that interests you.

Application Deadlines

The College of Arts and Sciences has a rolling admission policy. Apply early for maximum consideration for admission and financial aid. To meet priority application deadlines, completed application files should be submitted by May 1 for summer session, August 1 for the fall semester, and December 15 for the spring semester. Admission may be deferred for up to two semesters, after which applicants must reapply.

Non-Degree Enrollment Option

If you are unsure about enrolling in a graduate program, or just want to advance your educational experience, non-degree study at Simmons is the best option for you. As a non-degree student, you may enroll in up to two graduate-level courses (eight credits) before formally applying to a degree program. Find out more about our non-degree option.

Transfer Credit

Under special circumstances, a student may receive credit (maximum of 8 credits) for graduate work completed at another accredited institution. Students must complete a PDF Document Petition for Transfer of Credit and submit it to the program director for approval and processing at the time of enrollment.

Admission Interview

An interview is not required to complete the application; however, most applicants will find a meeting with the program director useful in determining the fit between the graduate programs and their particular academic interests. The program director will meet with all applicants in person or by phone. To schedule an appointment, please use the following numbers:

  • Children’s Literature: 617-521-2542
  • English: 617-521-2220
  • Gender/Cultural Studies: 617-521-2224
  • Spanish: 617-521-2183

Waiving the GRE/MAT

The master’s degree programs in English, Gender/Cultural Studies, and Spanish do not require the results of a standardized admission test (GRE or MAT), but rather place great emphasis on the admission portfolio as a method of determining an applicant’s ability to do successful graduate-level work. The GRE/MAT is required for Children’s Literature. However, applicants to the program may waive this requirement if they hold a master’s degree.

Apply Online: It's Free!

Use the Simmons Online Application to apply opens in a new browser window. The application fee is waived for all online applicants.

For More Information

Please contact the Office of Graduate Studies Admission at 617-521-2915 or gsa@simmons.edu if you have questions about the application process, a specific program, or the College. We’re happy to schedule visits and campus tours. We also encourage you to attend one of our information sessions or open houses.

 

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