Academic college: College of Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice. This four-year BA program offers a comprehensive understanding of social structures, human behavior, and social change. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research methods, and social justice. Students explore topics such as inequality, globalization, and social movements. A key feature of Simmons is its focus on practical experience; all students complete an internship, clinical placement, research project, or independent study. Graduates are prepared for careers that address social issues and promote positive change.

Graduates find successful careers in community organizing, law, public policy, teaching, higher education, and social work. Specific career options include: Social Worker, Community Organizer, Policy Analyst, Researcher, Educator, Counselor, and roles in non-profit organizations and government agencies. The program's focus on social justice prepares graduates to advocate for change and address social inequalities.

Simmons University is based in Boston, regularly voted the USA's #1 student city, offering a vibrant cultural and academic environment. Simmons is women-centered at the undergraduate level, fostering a supportive and empowering environment for women's leadership. All students get practical, career-related experience through an internship, clinical placement, research project, or independent study, enhancing their professional skills and networks. The College of Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice provides a strong foundation for careers focused on social impact.