STEM at Simmons
At the center of a STEM education at Simmons is active engagements, coupling innovative teaching with real-world research experience. You’ll build in-depth knowledge of the sciences — thinking flexibly to understand both theory and practical applications. From the laboratory to the library, you will make connections across disciplines, preparing you for a life of groundbreaking inquiry, insight, and impact.
Access to Renowned Medical and Technology Hubs
Our campus is located in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, within walking distance of the Longwood Medical Area, where you’ll find ample opportunities for internships and clinical rotations at hospitals and medical research facilities. Simmons is also a short ride to Cambridge’s Kendall Square, an internationally recognized site of innovation that hosts 150 high-tech companies, including some of the most celebrated life science, technology, and pharmaceutical companies in the world.
Why Study STEM at Simmons?
Meaningful Research
Our faculty and students are actively engaged in research, scholarship and creative work. They publish intriguing research articles, share their expertise at major conferences — and so much more.
Faculty Mentorship
You will learn from faculty who are leaders in their fields and pride themselves on being personal mentors.
Science Center
Students and faculty innovate together in this vibrant, collaborative space where you will have access to state-of-the-art equipment in natural science labs, an exercise physiology lab and a Nursing Simulation Center.
STEM by the Numbers
20+
Undergraduate Programs in STEM
From Biochemistry to Computer Science to Physics and Statistics, we offer more than 20 undergraduate programs in STEM fields.
24%
Undergraduate Students Major in STEM
We excel in preparing students for careers in science, technology, engineering and math. As of the fall of 2023, 24% of our undergraduate students are majoring in STEM fields.
34.5%
Undergraduate Degrees in STEM
In May, 2023, over 34% of undergraduate degrees conferred were in STEM fields.