College comparison

Clark University vs Simmons University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Clark University Worcester, MA	Simmons University Boston, MA
Acceptance rateClark University is more selective	40%	70%
SAT (25–75)	1288–1460	1220–1390
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,214	1,670
Avg net price	$28,714	$25,265
Median earnings (10 yr)Simmons University reports higher median earnings	$62,381	$63,494
Graduation rate	77%	72%
Median debt	$26,759	$24,840
Economic mobility	2.2%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Clark University or Simmons University harder to get into?

Clark University is more selective: Clark University's acceptance rate is approximately 40% and Simmons University's is approximately 70% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Clark University vs Simmons University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1288–1460 at Clark University and 1220–1390 at Simmons University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.