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SIMMONS EDUCATION
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS You’ll automatically be reviewed for the following merit scholarships when you apply to Simmons. They are awarded based on academic performance, leadership and involvement, community service, and your college essay. Leadership Scholarship recipients will participate in unique leadership opportunities including an option to engage with our world-renowned Women’s Leadership Conference. These merit scholarships range up to $30,000 per year. • Leadership Scholarship
• Dean’s Scholarship
• Trustee Scholarship
• Director’s Scholarship
• Presidential Scholarship
• Achievement Scholarship
• Provost Scholarship
Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award This is a prestigious and competitive Simmons scholarship offered to students with exceptional academic achievements, a strong commitment to their community, and a passion for creating positive change in society. The scholarship covers full tuition, mandatory fees (excluding health insurance), and room & board. Application due: December 1 simmons.edu/go/distinguished-scholar
Boston Scholarship
Bonner Community Leaders
This scholarship covers full tuition and is specifically for students graduating from one of the Boston Public High Schools or charter schools.
Students accepted to the four-year Bonner program will receive $2,000 to supplement their federal work-study award for each year they are in the program. They will engage in community service work, leadership trainings, and two service trips over their first and second years.
Application due: January 10
We encourage you to apply by our Priority Deadline of February 1. Our final deadline is June 21.
simmons.edu/go/ bostonscholar
simmons.edu/go/bonner
FINANCIAL AID Our Student Financial Services staff are available to students and families from day one. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or preparing to graduate, they are devoted to helping you navigate the financial aid process throughout your education at Simmons. Contact our team with any questions! sfs@simmons.edu
Student Employment
Submitting Your FAFSA
Part-time student employment (general or work-study) is available to all enrolled, degree-seeking students. These opportunities allow students to develop and broaden their educational and professional skills while earning money.
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
simmons.edu/go/ studentemployment
File your FAFSA: studentaid.gov FAFSA Code: 002208
$32,000
100%
AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE (INCLUDING NEED-BASED AID)
OF FIRST-YEARS RECEIVE SOME FORM OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The FAFSA application will open in December. We recommend that you submit your FAFSA as soon as you are able to, after it opens. Our office will be working to have financial aid packages out by the end of January!
Grants and Need-Based Loans In addition to merit scholarships, students may apply for need-based grants, work-study, and/or loans. simmons.edu/go/sfs
2023–2024 Tuition $44,208
$48,438
$17,104
GENERAL TUITION
NURSING TUITION
HOUSING & MEAL PLAN
CAREER OUTCOMES The Simmons curriculum focuses on skills that employers are looking for like critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and effective communication. Our focus on leadership development and real-world experience means that you are prepared to enter the workforce quickly and confidently.
Employers of Recent Simmons Grads • Aetna
• HubSpot
• NASDAQ OMX
• Amazon
• L.L.Bean
• Raytheon
• Boston Globe
• Liberty Mutual
• State Street Corp.
• Boston Children’s Hospital
• Massachusetts State House
• Tufts Medical Center
• Dell/EMC
• Museum of Science
• Walt Disney World
• Genzyme
Career Prep Resources
100% 93% 92% OF SIMMONS STUDENTS OF SIMMONS GRADS COMPLETE AN ARE EMPLOYED IN A INTERNSHIP, CLINICAL, FIELD RELATED TO RESEARCH PROJECT, OR THEIR MAJOR OR INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM*
OF SIMMONS GRADS ARE EMPLOYED OR IN GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION*
* of students who responded to our First Destinations Survey
Career Education Center Access career coaching, workshops and programs, career fairs, employer recruiting events, and more.
CareerLink and Workday Online job boards where Simmons students and alumnae/i can find internships or employment.
The Simmons Course: Explore/Experience/Excel A series of courses that focus on academic and career planning as well as self-management and financial independence.
Apply for Free
File Your FAFSA
Apply to Simmons with the Common Application:
For the best aid package, file your FAFSA using our school code 002208 at:
commonapp.org
studentaid.gov
Application Deadlines
Financial Aid and Scholarship Deadlines
November 1
December 1
Early Action I Priority Nursing Deadline
December 1
Early Action II
February 1
Regular Decision
Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award
January 10
Boston Scholarship
February 1
Priority FAFSA Deadline
C O N TA C T U S 617-521-2051 ugadm@simmons.edu simmons.edu/undergraduate
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