Welcome! Your journey at Simmons University starts now
Welcome! Your journey at Simmons University starts now. We're so thrilled that you've been accepted to Simmons and can't wait for you to join our community.
Congratulations and Welcome to Simmons!
We are thrilled that you are considering what we believe to be not only an exceptional institution, but a transformational one as well. At Simmons, you’ll grow and flourish, find your voice, and build the skills to be a bold leader.
Each year we have the opportunity to welcome a remarkable group of students into our diverse community with 47 countries represented, 48 states represented, and over 70+ clubs and organizations.
Get ready to take in the city lights, explore your interests, engage in real-world experiences, and meet life-changing people!
Already committed to Simmons? Learn about your next steps.
Next Steps for Fall 2026 Students
Take a few minutes to review what the next steps are for becoming a Simmons Shark!
Join us for Accepted Students Day
Congratulations! We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you, your family, and fellow future Sharks to campus for Accepted Students Day, a celebration of your achievement and the exciting journey ahead.
Explore Our Community
We’ve designed many in person and virtual events to help you engage with our community. You’ll get an overview of Simmons University, hear from current students, and get answers to all your questions.
Connect with Future Classmates
Meet your classmates and have questions answered through our Facebook Class of 2030 group.
Connect with Simmons Admission
Share and celebrate your admission by tagging us on our Instagram account @simmonsadmission. Follow along for additional information from life as a student in Boston to stories from our students.
Chat with a Current Student
Do you have specific questions about the Simmons experience that you feel only a current student can answer? Our Sharks would love to chat about campus and academic life!
Admitted Students
Majors & minors
Our curriculum is totally customizable and interdisciplinary, giving you the opportunity to explore new subjects in ways you never thought of before.
Residential Campus
Take a virtual tour of our gated residence campus. 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.
Boston: The best college town
What's great about Boston? Just about everything! Art, music, history, amazing cultural institutions, the nightlife, Newbury Street — and more than 300,000 other college students.
Why a women's undergraduate experience
There is ample evidence that women’s undergraduate programs actually prepare women to succeed better than co-ed colleges.
Traditions at Simmons
We celebrate Simmons as a campus community all year round!
Clubs and organizations
Simmons students are serious about keeping active and getting involved. With our wide variety of student groups on campus, there's something for everyone.
Additional Resources
We have a variety of services and support for students available at Simmons.
Simmons By the Numbers
100%
Complete Internships, Clinical Placements, Independent Research, or Field Work
With Boston as our backyard, our on-campus students have easy access to learning opportunities in the city (and beyond!)
100%
First-Year Students Receive Scholarships
We believe that your exceptional talents and hard work should be rewarded!
95%
Simmons Graduates Employed or in Grad School within Six Months of Graduation
Our focus on leadership development ensures that you build the skills and confidence you need to pursue higher positions, negotiate your salary, and leverage your career potential.
Learn more about undergraduate career outcomes
* First Destination Survey for 2023-2024, 227 respondents out of 371
Hear from students
Overcoming Obstacles, Driving Equity
Social work major and first-generation college student Kim Richard ’26 shares her journey as an online degree completion student and how Simmons has prepared her to deliver care to clients.
3+2 Engineering Student Researches Ultrasound Technology
Maya McCabe ’27 is a biochemistry major and physics minor in the dual degree (3+2) engineering program. She spoke with us about her research funded by the Focused Ultrasound Foundation and the hands-on STEM training she is receiving at Simmons.
Community Immersion and Everyday Leadership
Africana studies and international relations major Alexandra “Ale” Huamán ’26 reflects on four years at Simmons: getting involved in the Boston community, being a Barbara Lee Fellow, and studying abroad to name a few of the activities she packed in.
Finding Inspiration in a Women-Centered Environment
Victoria Savoie ’26, a political science and communications major, reflects on her participation in the 2025 spring NYC Agency trip through the Department of Communications, the articles she wrote for the student-run news organization, The Simmons Voice, and her selection for the Barbara Lee Fellowship program.
Digitizing Local Archives and Reminiscing with Alumnae/i
Jenn Leishman ’26 reflects on choosing their major, an internship in the West End Museum in Boston, favorite courses, and how Simmons helped prepare them for a career as a library professional.
Honing Strategy and Leadership in the Classroom and Beyond
Christina Rahhal ’26 is a business and management major in the Simmons Online Degree Completion Program. She reflects on some of her favorite courses, and how her experience translated into career advancement and personal growth.
Meaningful Mentorship, Received and Given
Nursing major Lisa Aboagye-Kodjoe ’26 reflects on her time at Simmons and her involvement with the Dotson Bridge and Mentorship program, the Honors Program, and Girls, Inc.
Revelations in the Lab, Rewards on the Field
Piper Kinney ’26 discusses her involvement in research and studying both neuroscience and public health give her two essential and complementary perspectives on medicine. She also reflects on being a student athlete during her time at Simmons.
Office of Undergraduate Admission
The Office of Undergraduate Admission is dedicated to helping students begin their college journey at Simmons.