Boston, MA · Worcester, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Simmons University | Worcester Polytechnic Institute | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 66.0% | 58.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $45,538 | $59,070 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $45,538 | $59,070 |
| Average Net Price | $13,619 | $30,503 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 88.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Simmons University accepts 66.0% of applicants. Worcester Polytechnic Institute accepts 58.5%. Simmons University's tuition is $45,538. Worcester Polytechnic Institute's is $59,070. Simmons University is cheaper. Simmons University graduates 71% of students in 6 years. Worcester Polytechnic Institute graduates 88%.
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
Worcester Polytechnic Institute. It accepts 58.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Simmons University has lower published tuition: $45,538 versus $59,070. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Worcester Polytechnic Institute: 88% of students finish in 6 years. Simmons University is at 71%.
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.