Simmons University
Boston, MA · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1220 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 29
Popular programs at Simmons University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 164 | |
| 2 | Biopsychology. | 27 | |
| 3 | Psychology, General. | 26 | |
| 4 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 23 | |
| 5 | Social Work. | 19 | |
| 6 | Political Science and Government. | 19 | |
| 7 | Sociology. | 14 | |
| 8 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 12 | |
| 9 | Applied Mathematics. | 12 | |
| 10 | Communication and Media Studies. | 11 | |
| 11 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 11 | |
| 12 | Public Health. | 11 | |
| 13 | Biology, General. | 9 | |
| 14 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 8 | |
| 15 | English Language and Literature, General. | 7 | |
| 16 | Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | 6 | |
| 17 | Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | 6 | |
| 18 | Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | 6 | |
| 19 | History. | 6 | |
| 20 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 5 |
Showing top 20 of 36 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Simmons University?
Simmons University has an acceptance rate of 70% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Simmons University?
Admitted students at Simmons University typically score between 1220 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Simmons University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Simmons University is approximately $25,265 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Simmons University?
4-year graduation rate data for Simmons University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.