Simmons University

Simmons University is a nationally recognized private university located in the heart of Boston. Founded in 1899, it is known for its dedication to empowering women, particularly at the undergraduate level, and offering coeducational graduate programs. Simmons is acclaimed for combining liberal arts education with professional preparation, ensuring students graduate career-ready.

The university’s most prominent programs include nursing, public health, social work, library and information science, business, and the health sciences. Simmons offers small class sizes, close student-faculty interaction, and extensive internship and research opportunities through its prime Boston location near the Longwood Medical and Academic Area. U.S. News & World Report (2024) ranks Simmons among the top regional universities in the North and one of the best value schools in the country.

Simmons champions inclusive leadership, social responsibility, and real-world learning. Its mission is to prepare students to become leaders in their professions and communities, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is one of the few universities in the U.S. that integrates a women-centered undergraduate education with a strong portfolio of graduate professional programs.