Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 73.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 71.2%
- Retention Rate
- 81.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,494
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,840
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $263/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $97,241 | $71,750 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $91,744 | $71,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $71,778 | $81,874 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $71,643 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $67,789 | $22,125 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $67,740 | $72,750 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $61,751 | $50,276 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $55,286 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $52,808 | $36,597 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master | $50,856 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $50,439 | |
| Social Work. | Master | $49,378 | $81,180 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $49,323 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $48,198 | |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $48,041 |
Outcomes Overview
Simmons graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $24,840 and monthly loan payments of $263. That translates to about 5% of their monthly income based on median earnings of $63,494 ten years out. The 77% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can handle their debt load. Simmons has strong ties to healthcare, social work, and business sectors in Boston, where starting salaries often exceed the national average. The university's career services leverage extensive alumni networks in these fields. With 96% of graduates employed and debt payments consuming a manageable portion of income, Simmons delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.