Simmons University: what international applicants need

What are Simmons University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Simmons University has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026, Early Action II on December 1, 2026, and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Simmons University's acceptance rate?

70% for students who started in fall 2024: Simmons University admitted 3,340 of its 4,773 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Simmons University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Simmons University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Simmons University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 600–690 in Math and 620–700 in Reading and Writing (17% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 26–34.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Simmons University's application fee for international students?

Simmons University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Simmons University accept?

Simmons University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Simmons University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Simmons University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Simmons University require?

Simmons University requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Simmons University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Simmons University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Simmons University have?

83 of Simmons University's 1,675 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Simmons University cost for international students?

Simmons University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $46,874, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,618. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $68,322 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source