Simmons University Demographics & Diversity Overview

46%
Minority Students
100%
Female Students
7%
International
29
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Simmons University has a diverse student body with 46% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
53.2%(933)
Hispanic
15.2%(266)
African American
9.5%(167)
Asian
11.9%(209)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%(1)
Two or More Races
3.1%(55)
Unknown
7.0%(123)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color46%
Total Enrollment5,710
International Students7%

Cultural Engagement

Simmons University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Simmons University has a gender distribution of 100% female students and 0% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Women
100.0%(1,788)

Gender Statistics

Women1,788

31% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Simmons University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 78% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 11% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
0.6%(10)
18-19
38.1%(682)
20-21
40.0%(716)
22-24
10.1%(181)
25+
11.1%(199)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
0.7%(28)
22-24
19.5%(766)
25+
79.7%(3,126)

Age Diversity Insights

78%

Traditional Age (18-21)

11%

Non-Traditional (25+)

69%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Simmons University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 52% in-state residents, 41% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
52.2%(206)
Out-of-State
41.0%(162)
International
6.8%(27)

Regional Representation

In-State206

52% of student body

Out-of-State162

41% of student body

International27

7% of student body

States Represented

29 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

46%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

100%

Female Students

Global Reach

7%

International

Age Diversity

11%

Non-Traditional Age