Simmons University Demographics & Diversity Overview

46%
Minority Students
100%
Female Students
7%
International
32
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
52.8%(970)
Hispanic
14.7%(271)
African American
9.8%(181)
Asian
11.4%(209)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%(1)
Two or More Races
3.1%(57)
Unknown
8.1%(149)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color46%
Total Enrollment6,488
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%(1,889)

Gender Statistics

Women1,889

29% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Simmons University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 72% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 11% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
1.4%(24)
18-19
37.4%(659)
20-21
40.1%(705)
22-24
9.3%(164)
25+
11.8%(208)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
1.0%(34)
22-24
21.1%(696)
25+
77.8%(2,563)

Age Diversity Insights

72%

Traditional Age (18-21)

11%

Non-Traditional (25+)

71%

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 57% in-state residents, 35% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
57.2%(207)
Out-of-State
35.4%(128)
International
7.5%(27)

Regional Representation

In-State207

57% of student body

Out-of-State128

35% of student body

International27

7% of student body

States Represented

32 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