Financial Aid and Scholarships for International Students
International students do not receive need-based aid, but are eligible for merit scholarships. Students will be automatically reviewed for merit aid with submission of an application.
Please note that the cost of attendance at Simmons for traditional undergraduates for the 2026–27 school year is approximately $73,559 per year, before students are awarded a scholarship. First year international students are automatically considered for merit scholarships upon application; these scholarships range from $16,000 to 30,000 per year. Please note that merit scholarships do not cover the full cost of attendance, and there are extremely limited opportunities to receive a full scholarship at Simmons. We do not offer need based financial aid to international students.
Scholarships available to international students
- Merit Scholarship
First-year Merit Scholarships
First year students, including international students, are automatically considered for several first-year merit-based scholarships when they apply to Simmons. They do not require a separate application and are part of the admission process. These scholarships range from $16,000 to $30,000 per year, renewable for four years.
- Merit Scholarship
Merit Scholarships for Transfer Students
Transfer students, including international and adult student transfers, are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships when they apply to Simmons. These do not require a separate application and are part of the admission process. The scholarships range from $10,000 to $20,000 per year.
- Merit Scholarship
Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award
This scholarship requires a separate application. The Distinguished Scholar Award is a prestigious and competitive Simmons scholarship offered to students with exceptional academic achievements, a strong commitment to their community, and a passion for creating positive change in society. This scholarship covers full tuition, mandatory fees (except health insurance), room & board for four years, and supersedes any previous merit scholarship.
- Merit Scholarship
Dorothea Lynde Dix Scholarship
Dix scholars (adult learners), including international students, are automatically considered for the Dorothea Lynde Dix Scholarship when they apply to Simmons. They do not require a separate application and are part of the admission process. This scholarship is up to $10,000 for the first four consecutive semesters of enrollment.
Are Accelerated Programs considered scholarships?
No, our Accelerated Programs — including our 3+1 Masters in Public Policy, 3+1 Masters in Library Science, 3+1 Masters in Social Work, 3+1 Masters in Public Health, and 3+2 Engineering Dual Degrees — are not scholarships. While the accelerated timelines of these programs offer numerous financial benefits, students do not receive additional funding for these programs outside of our merit scholarships. If you have questions, reach out to your admissions counselor.