Simmons vs MGH Institute of Health Professions

Simmons University and MGH Institute of Health Professions, two esteemed institutions of higher learning, offer distinct educational experiences tailored to students with diverse aspirations. Simmons University, rooted in liberal arts and professional studies, boasts a vibrant student body representing over 50 countries, while MGH Institute of Health Professions, renowned for its healthcare-focused programs, emphasizes hands-on learning through its affiliation with Massachusetts General Hospital. With acceptance rates of 75% and 86%, respectively, both universities welcome a substantial number of applicants seeking transformative educational journeys. Explore the comprehensive comparison table below to delve into further details regarding popular majors, student demographics, graduation rates, and more, empowering you to make an informed decision that aligns with your academic goals and personal aspirations.

	MGH Institute of Health Professions	Simmons University
Overview
Location	Boston, Massachusetts	Boston, Massachusetts
Campus setting	City: Large	City: Large
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Private (Non Profit)
Calendar system	Semester	Semester
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate	Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate		86.0%
Common app member	No	Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission
Acceptance rate	N/A	83.5%
Application fees	Undergraduate: $100 Graduate: $100	Undergraduate: $55 Graduate: $56
SAT range	N/A	1140 - 1360
ACT range	N/A	27 - 31
Students submitting SAT score		15.0%
Students submitting ACT score		3.0%
Total number of applicants		3,516
Total number of admissions given out		2,937
Admitted students who chose to enroll		403
Yield rate		13.7%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)		N/A
High school GPA	N/A	Required
Recommendation letters	N/A	Required
High school transcript	N/A	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	N/A	Required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price		$62,784
Average net price		$19,026
Tuition		$41,872
Room & board		$15,892
Available payment plans		Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)		100.0% Average amount $30,753
Students receiving federal student loan		65.0% Average amount $5,057
Students taking out private loans		5.0% Average amount $10,341

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	195 Men 11.8% Women 88.2%	1,748 Men 0.0% Women 100.0%
Graduate students	1,144 Men 15.2% Women 84.8%	4,236 Men 11.4% Women 88.6%
Racial/ethnic diversity	N/A	Low
Out-of-state students	N/A	N/A
International students	N/A	0.8%
Campus local/setting	City: Large	City: Large
Dormitory capacity	N/A	988
First year students are required to live on campus?	N/A	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	N/A	Mississippi Connecticut Maine New Hampshire New York

Academics
Popular study areas	Health Professions	Health Professions Public Administration and Social Service Library Science Psychology Education
Students to faculty ratio	10:1	9:1
Institutional accreditation	New England Commission on Higher Education	New England Commission on Higher Education

Outcome
Graduation rate	N/A	70.7%
Dropout rate	N/A	17.2%
Transferred out	N/A	11.5%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $89,261 Year 2: $97,786 Year 3: $107,558 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $71,645 Year 2: $69,702 Year 3: $74,209 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $68,208 Year 2: $67,800 Year 3: $71,929 Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $60,100 Year 2: $58,402 Year 3: $63,876 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $108,257 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A	Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $99,277 Year 2: $97,241 Year 3: $103,131 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $77,151 Year 2: $71,778 Year 3: $80,723 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $69,272 Year 2: $67,789 Year 3: $71,983 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $69,105 Year 2: $67,740 Year 3: $70,098 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $60,112 Year 2: $61,751 Year 3: $66,876 Marketing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $50,439 Year 3: $60,411 Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services (Graduate/Professional Certificates) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $37,208 Year 3: $56,033 Special Education and Teaching (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $51,859 Year 2: $52,808 Year 3: $55,654 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $45,457 Year 2: $48,198 Year 3: $53,806 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $55,286 Year 3: $53,595

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