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Uni facts

Boston, USA
  • Type
    Private
  • International students
    127
  • Nationalities
    46
  • Total programs
    60

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Study abroad at Simmons University

Simmons University (Simmons) is a fantastic private liberal arts university located in the American city of Boston, Massachusetts. It’s home to over 6,000 students and specializes in women-centered education.

This trailblazing University was established in 1899 and offers over 60 dynamic programs. As an international student at Simmons, you can study anything from statistics to women and gender studies - there’s a course for everyone.

The University’s gorgeous tree-lined campus boasts extensive facilities, including a roomy library, amazing dining halls, a plentiful bookstore, an outstanding counseling center, helpful career service, and brilliant tutoring support.

Simmons is home to several athletics teams, known as the Simmons University Sharks. Simmons’ gifted student-athletes represent the University in a number of sports, including tennis, volleyball, softball, field hockey, and swimming and diving.

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Why study at Simmons?

  • Great student city

    Boston is a fantastic place with countless opportunities for students and graduates

  • Small classes

    Individual attention from professors thanks to a student-teacher ratio of 8:1

  • Global student population

    The University is home to an extremely cosmopolitan student body

  • Networking opportunities

    Build relationships and connections with over 50,000 alumni across the world

Life as an international student

Simmons’ wonderful campus possesses a wealth of cultural diversity. Students from all over the world descend upon Boston each year to study at Simmons. International students from over 46 countries are currently studying there.

Student accommodation is located in a safe and secure gated neighborhood, which is a short walk from campus. There are nine blocks with a variety of living options available, from cozy single rooms to spacious quadruple suites.

Staff at Simmons go above and beyond to help international students feel at home. The University’s excellent team will happily help you with any issues or questions you may have. Whether it's a visa query or homesickness, they’ll support you every step of the way.

What Simmons University (in partnership with Kaplan International) says

  • Dr Leslie O'Toole

    Dr Leslie O'Toole

    Simmons University Director of Student Experience
    Dr Leslie O'Toole says

    Simmons University has an incredible central location in Boston, ranked the #1 student city in the USA, so you can enjoy the attractions of this famous and historic city. As a student at Simmons, you’ll get a membership to the Colleges of the Fenway (COF). This means you join a network of 20,000 students and can attend classes and social activities at 4 other neighboring colleges.

    The Simmons Kaplan Women’s Leadership Scholarship is a unique opportunity open to aspiring women leaders around the world: a 50% undergraduate tuition award, worth $80,000+ over 4 years. If you are interested in developing leadership skills, Simmons offers an inspiring and intimate environment to study your degree. With small class sizes, an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, and a supportive women-centered undergraduate community, you’ll experience an empowering leadership education.

    You’ll receive expert support and advice from the moment you get in touch, making the application process easy and straightforward. Once on campus, international students can look forward to finding additional support as they adjust to a new culture, educational system, and city. The Center for Student Success provides dedicated international student services, as well as academic advising, writing support, tutoring, and career education.

    Simmons prepares women leaders, making it the ideal place to learn and thrive. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence and gain real-world experience as part of your degree. 91% of our graduates are employed or in further studies within 6 months of graduation. It’s also important to note that graduates of women’s colleges, in general, have great success.

Student life & facilities

Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
  • Fitness Centre
    • Swimming Pool
    • Spin Studio
    • Machines
    • Free Weights
    • Fitness Classes
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Restaurants
    • Bars
    • Cafe’s
  • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
    • No. of Athletics Track
    • No. of Swimming pools
    • No. of Baseball Pitches
    • No. of Tennis Courts
  • Sports Facilities
    • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
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    • Sport facilities

Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition: $44,208 per year
  • Undergraduate tuition (Nursing programs): $48,438 per year

Funding

Undergraduate scholarships

Simmons-Kaplan Women’s Leadership Scholarship

  • Amount

    50% of tuition

  • Requirements

    Submit a complete application for admission, and a video (no longer than 3 minutes) or essay describing your interest in women’s leadership.

Location

Simmons University (in partnership with Kaplan International)

300 Fenway, Boston, MA 02115, United States

The University is located near Boston’s lively city center region. Students at Simmons have super-easy access to Boston’s wonderful amenities thanks to brilliant transport public transport networks.

Visa requirements for Simmons University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements