College comparison

Gordon College 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	Gordon College Wenham, MA	Simmons University Boston, MA
Acceptance rateGordon College is more selective	69%	70%
SAT (25–75)	1130–1355	1220–1390
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,278	1,670
Avg net price	$24,883	$25,265
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Wenham, MA	Boston, MA

Quick answers

Is Gordon College or Simmons University harder to get into?

Gordon College is more selective: Gordon College's acceptance rate is approximately 69% and Simmons University's is approximately 70% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Gordon College vs Simmons University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1130–1355 at Gordon College 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.