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Simmons University Field Hockey

Simmons University (SU) · Boston, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate70%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate72%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,666Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Simmons University Field Hockey coaches

Coaches at Simmons University who recruit Women's Field Hockey, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Simmons University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.simmons
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1220–1390
ACTMiddle 50%: 26–34

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiopsychologyBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCommunication, GeneralComputational Mathematics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
72% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$45,534
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$29,575
Campus

Where it is

Simmons University in Boston.

Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
simmons.edu
Overview

About Simmons University Field Hockey

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tori Shaffer, the Head Coach, leads the Simmons University Field Hockey staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Simmons University (SU) competes in NCAA Division III Field Hockey as a member of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. Simmons University is a private school in Boston, Massachusetts with 4,666 undergraduates, a 70% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,575 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Simmons University Field Hockey

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tori Shaffer, the Head Coach and Amelia Mountford, the Assistant Coach. Simmons University has 3 coaches for Field Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals and assists in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a highlight video with full-field clips, with the link near the top so Tori can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Simmons University typically score 1220–1390 on the SAT and 26–34 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Simmons University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Simmons University Field Hockey FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Simmons University D3?

Yes. Simmons University competes in NCAA Division III Field Hockey, in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.

Is Simmons University public or private?

Simmons University is a private nonprofit school in Boston, Massachusetts.

What conference is Simmons University Field Hockey in?

The Great Northeast Athletic Conference.

Does Simmons University offer athletic scholarships for Field Hockey?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Simmons University Field Hockey have?

3 coaches, led by Tori Shaffer, the Head Coach.

How much does Simmons University cost?

In-state tuition is $45,534 and out-of-state tuition is $45,534 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,575.

What is the Simmons University acceptance rate?

70% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Simmons University?

Admitted students typically score 1220–1390 on the SAT and 26–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Simmons University Field Hockey coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026