Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 76.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,295
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,200–1,390
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 30
- Total Enrollment
- 1,750
Admissions Overview
Simmons is less selective with a 76% acceptance rate. Most qualified applicants get in, though you'll still need solid academics. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1200-1390 on the SAT or around 30 on the ACT. The 81% retention rate suggests students who enroll tend to stay and thrive. Simmons seeks women who want to combine rigorous academics with social impact. The university particularly values students interested in health sciences, social work, or business who demonstrate leadership potential. As a women-only institution founded in 1899, Simmons looks for applicants who will contribute to its mission of helping women to be leaders in their fields.