Admission & Financial Aid
We are a community of learners, scholars, activists, and stewards of our planet. You’ll discover, evolve and merge with a new kind of confidence. So, what are you waiting for? Join the Simmons community by applying today.
Join the dynamic Simmons community
Since our founding as a women’s college, our students have challenged traditional gender norms. Our undergraduate women-centered community welcomes students from marginalized genders, including those who identify as women or do not fit into the gender binary. The Simmons story is one of growth, innovation, and a solid foundation - fueled by on-the-ground and online enrollment, and investments in its campus and technology.
Our admission team looks for students who are intellectually curious, show potential for growth and leadership, and who will thrive at Simmons. When you apply to Simmons, you’re automatically reviewed for merit scholarships. We award these scholarships based on academic performance, leadership and involvement, community service, and your college essay. There are also full tuition scholarships that require separate applications and review process.
In Person Tours
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Applying to Simmons
So you know that Simmons is a great place to be, you've checked the requirements and deadlines, maybe even come for a visit...now you're ready to apply!
Tuition & Financial Aid
When choosing a college, you should not only consider the cost, but also the expected return on your investment. At Simmons, 100% of first-year students receive financial assistance.
Admitted Students
Congratulations on your acceptance to Simmons! We can’t wait for you to join our community.
Our Students
Simmons Undergraduate Makes Voting Honor Roll
Committed to civic engagement and the democratic process, Helena Saldivar-Mieres ’25, along with students from other US universities, was honored for supporting nonpartisan student voter engagement during the 2024 election.
Six Students Selected for the 2025 Senior Scholar Award
Ginjer Doherty ’25, Aviva Foster ’25, CJ Haggard ’25, Theo Hatfield ’25, Lili Malatinszky ’25, and Grace Walters ’25 have been selected for the prestigious Senior Scholar Award at Simmons University. Sponsored by the Provost’s Office and the Office of Research and Fellowships, the Senior Scholar Award recognizes outstanding scholarly research across different disciplinary fields.
Thriving as Future STEM Leaders and Innovators
Fuma Iwakura ’26, MJ Vasquez ’27, and Gina Gawargi ’27 are part of the Dynamic Research Education Academy for Mentoring (DREAM) program, which currently has about 60 student participants. The NASA-funded initiative helps increase the retention of Simmons students in STEM fields.
The Simmons Edge Accelerates Academic and Career Success
Accelerated graduate education is a key feature that drew Kayla Pringle ’26 to Simmons. With the launch of the Simmons Edge, all undergraduate students will have the opportunity to graduate with an advanced degree in a wide selection of fields in as few as four or five years.
Building a Family History at Simmons
Nearly a century ago, Anna T. Kenney attended Simmons College, majoring in Secretarial Studies. Now, Kenney’s great-granddaughter, Annie Doherty ’26, has followed in her great-grandmother's footsteps to Simmons.
Simmons Student-athletes Excel On and Off the Field
Early mornings and late evenings. Long practices and rigorous academic courses. Team bonding and unforgettable moments. These are just a few of the hallmarks of the student-athlete experience at Simmons, according to field hockey player Sydney Gonyea ’25 and softball pitcher Piper Kinney ’26.
3+3 Exercise Science/PT Student Shares the Gift of Sports
In honor of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, Simmons Shark Lauren Stenmon ’28 ’30DPT shares how she balances the intense studies of her accelerated degree program with her athletics schedule.
Simmons Welcomes New Cohort of Bonner Community Leaders
The Bonner Community Leaders Program is a unique opportunity for students who want to combine a strong commitment to service with personal growth, teamwork, leadership development, and scholarship. We spoke with Ellie Foss ’28, Jocelyn Miranda Landaverde ’28, Bridget Swezey ’28, and Soraya Timas ’28 about what drew them to the program.
Why Simmons
Why a women's undergraduate program
There is ample evidence that women’s undergraduate programs actually prepare women to succeed better than co-ed colleges.
Admitted students
Congratulations! You've been admitted to Simmons University. Check out info for admitted undergraduate students.
College counselors
For most students, finding the right college is one of the hardest decisions they've ever made. Having a skilled and knowledgeable guide can make all the difference. Find out why Simmons may be the best choice for your students.
Meet your admission counselor
The Simmons admission team is here to answer your questions about the admission process, our academic programs, campus life, Boston, or anything else on your mind.
Majors & minors
Our curriculum is totally customizable and interdisciplinary, giving you the opportunity to explore new subjects in ways you never thought of before.
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.
Study abroad
Simmons offers a number of international experiences that align with your academic and geographic interests.
Life at Simmons
Do you have specific questions about the Simmons experience that you feel only a student can answer? We can connect you with a current Simmons student to chat about campus and academic life!