Simmons University

Acceptance Rate

Simmons University's acceptance rate for the fall 2023 semester is 60%. This means that out of every 100 applicants, approximately 60 are granted admission. While the overall acceptance rate is relatively high, keep in mind that certain programmes, like business and nursing, may have more competitive admission requirements.

 

Simmons University Entry Requirements

Simmons University's entry requirements for undergraduate students are as follows:

 

• High School Transcript: You'll need to provide an official high school transcript. Make sure it's sent directly from your high school to the Office of Admissions.
• GPA: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 to meet the academic requirement.
• SAT/ACT Scores: Submit either SAT or ACT scores. The minimum SAT score required is 1000, and for ACT, it's 21.
• Letter of Recommendation: You'll need one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counsellor.
• Personal Essay: Write a personal essay of 250-500 words.

 

International students have some Simmons University extra requirements, such as English language proficiency tests, the details of which are mentioned below.

 

Simmons University Fees

Here are Simmons University fees for some of the most popular courses for the 2023-2024 academic year:

 

Please note that these are just a few examples and the course fees may vary depending on the specific programme and course load.

 

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: $39,000
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing: $42,000
• Bachelor of Arts in Education: $39,000
• Bachelor of Fine Arts: $41,000
• Master of Business Administration: $55,000
• Master of Science in Nursing: $57,000
• Master of Education: $55,000
• Master of Fine Arts: $57,000

 

 

English Proficiency Requirements

Simmons University requires all international students whose native language is not English to demonstrate English language proficiency before admission. The following requirements apply:

 

• TOEFL: Minimum score of 80 (internet-based)
• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5
• PTE: Minimum score of 55
• Duolingo: Minimum score of 95

 

Placements

Simmons University's placement record for graduates is impressive. In 2022, 94% of graduates either found employment or continued their education in graduate school within six months of graduation.

 

To support students in their career journey, Career Center offers a wide range of valuable resources. Additionally, the university's alumni network can be a valuable asset when it comes to job searches and career advice.