Student Support and Resources
We're dedicated to supporting students through investment in services, academic support, mentorship, and our campus.
Putting our students first
We provide students with a state-of-the-art learning and living environment that integrates in-classroom learning with the social, emotional, and ethical development at the core of all higher education.
Our professional staff offer specialized resources to support and inspire our students. You'll find everything you need on campus — from medical resources to keep you healthy to technical support to keep your computer running.
Contacts for Student Support
Office of Accessibility Services
The Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) is committed to reducing barriers and enabling the full participation of students in our programs and activities. We provide academic and clinical accommodations to undergraduate and graduate students with documented accessibility needs.
The Office of Career Development and Employer Relations
The Office of Career Development and Employer Relations is here to empower all Simmons students and alums with the expertise, skills, and resources to engage in, access, and explore diverse opportunities for their life’s work, integrating their passion with their purpose in meaningful careers.
The Center for Global Education
The Center for Global Education, located in the Center for Student Success, oversees all study abroad opportunities and university exchange partnerships, international student services and many initiatives to help globalize the Simmons experience.
The Jennifer Eckert Center for Leadership and Engagement
The Jennifer Eckert Center for Leadership and Engagement has a mission to to enhance leadership development opportunities for a diverse and engaged student body by empowering students to practice Everyday Leadership, social responsibility, and mutual respect.
The Counseling Center
The Counseling Center offers in-person and tele-health counseling for current undergraduate students during office hours. 24-hour support is available to all students through the Student Assistance Program.
The Fenway Card Service Center
The Simmons Campus Card (Fenway Card) is the official Simmons University ID. All students, faculty, and staff who are on campus are required to have an ID issued by Simmons.
Health Center
Simmons Health Services, located on the Simmons Residence Campus, offers healthcare to Simmons undergraduate and graduate students. The Health Center is staffed by Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners (and Simmons FNP Students) and a Family Physician. Additional part-time providers include a Registered Dietitian and Psychiatric consultant. Services are available by appointment at the Health Center during regularly-scheduled clinic hours.
Office of Residence Life
The Office of Residence Life is responsible for the administration of — and student life in — Simmons University Housing.
Division of Student Engagement, Success, and Diversity
The Division of Student Engagement, Success, and Diversity is dedicated to empowering students to engage in transformative and meaningful experiences that foster community, career readiness, self-efficacy, and a sense of purpose.
Tutoring Center
The Tutoring Center, located in the Center for Student Success, assists undergraduate students in becoming independent and successful learners. Tutors are available for many disciplines, and can also help with study skills and time management.
Office of Undergraduate Advising
We partner with faculty advisors, academic departments and other Simmons support staff to encourage academic and personal development of all undergraduate students.
University Bookstore
In addition to all course related books and materials, the bookstore carries a wide variety of merchandise — like gifts, cards, candy and snacks — and offers many services.
The Writing Center
The Writing Center, located in the Center for Student Success, fosters academic excellence by providing resources and support that meet the needs of both graduate and undergraduate students. Writing center tutors help students from any program with all aspects of writing, including brainstorming, organizing ideas, and citing sources. Tutors focus on improving your writing skills, not fixing errors or proofreading your work. For a tutoring session, please schedule an appointment.