Simmons University is the place to explore your interests with rigorous classes, thoughtful discussions, real-world experiences and life-changing people.
Our nationally recognized graduate programs offer an unmatched combination of theory and practice that will challenge you to see more broadly, think more deeply, and excel in your chosen field.
Simmons is planning for a vibrant reopening of campus in fall 2021 as we welcome back students, faculty, and staff. We are excited about a transformational learning experience that includes in-classroom learning, at-capacity residence halls, and participation in on-campus events and activities this fall.
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Discovering your life's work is a journey. Preparing for it starts at Simmons.
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At Simmons, you'll roll up your sleeves and contribute to a unique community of curious, compassionate and ambitious people.
Designed to empower the next generation of leaders, our immersive digital campus brings the transformational Simmons education to you in a format that fits your lifestyle.
With today's dynamic community of more than 4,500 students, Simmons University continues to move forward. Our commitment can be seen in our facilities for teaching, learning, and living at Simmons.
Your SimmonsYou'll learn from faculty members who are leaders in their fields and mentors in the classroom.
Our curriculum is totally customizable and interdisciplinary, giving you the opportunity to explore new subjects in ways you never thought of before.
Our location in Boston means endless internship, research, and career opportunities.
Simmons University is a nationally recognized private university located in the heart of Boston. We offer the only undergraduate program for women in Boston and numerous graduate programs open to all.
About Simmons
After completing a competitive fellowship program with Hack.Diversity, Eliana was matched as a Software Engineering Intern with Boston-based start-up, Owl Labs, creators of the “Meeting Owl,” one of TIME's 100 Best Inventions of 2020!
Erika Rodriguez '14 utilizes the empowering lessons she learned at Simmons as Executive Director of the Chica Project, a non-profit organization offering mentorship opportunities for Latinas and other women of color.
This distinction is in recognition of Wisser's outstanding contributions to the archives profession. The School of Library and Information Sciences' Archives Management Concentration is ranked first in the nation.
Oh's project will investigate how researchers manage their files in cloud-based shared repositories such as Google Drive or Dropbox while working on collaborative research projects.
Gender and cultural studies alum, Kaitlyn Soligan Owens '12MA tells us about her journey into founding the successful Louisville haunt, Trouble Bar, and why it was important for her to build a safe, inclusive and comfortable space.
Congratulations to Abrielle Cunningham '23, recipient of the Ifill Scholarship! Learn more about Abrielle's ambitions and how she hopes to do amazing things, just like Gwen Ifill.
Computer science student Tabitha Miles ‘22 has been accepted into the Summer Undergraduate Research Program to research gender disparities in coding bootcamps versus traditional computer science degrees.
Congratulations to Melody Tuan '22, recipient of the Ifill Scholarship! Melody shares why she loves the Simmons community and the unimaginable power of Simmons students.
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