Boston, MA · Springfield, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Simmons University | Springfield College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 66.0% | 70.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $45,538 | $43,707 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $45,538 | $43,707 |
| Average Net Price | $13,619 | $15,569 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 68.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Simmons University accepts 66.0% of applicants. Springfield College accepts 70.2%. Simmons University's tuition is $45,538. Springfield College's is $43,707. Springfield College is cheaper. Simmons University graduates 71% of students in 6 years. Springfield College graduates 68%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Simmons University. It accepts 66.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Springfield College has lower published tuition: $43,707 versus $45,538. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Simmons University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. Springfield College is at 68%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.