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History majors may substitute other history electives for survey courses if they have received a grade of four or five on an advanced placement exam in history, or a score of 5, 6, or 7 on an international baccalaureate exam in history.

They have received a 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement modern language exam and transferred that credit to Simmons.

In addition to petitioning the Undergraduate Administrative Board, the student must also complete a Petition for Transfer Credit. The course is included in the credit restriction listed under "Heavy Academic Programs." Credit is not transferred for any course completed with a grade of less than C. In some disciplines, including nursing, a grade of C+ is required.

In addition to petitioning the Undergraduate Administrative Board, the student must also complete a Petition for Transfer Credit. The course is included in the credit restriction listed under "Heavy Academic Programs." Credit is not transferred for any course completed with a grade of less than C. In some disciplines, including nursing, a grade of C+ is required.

AP and Transfer Credits Students who major in Literature or Writing cannot use AP test scores to replace core requirements of the major. A score of 5 or higher on the IB will count as non-specific academic credit. The programs will accept up to seven classes toward the major for seniors transferring to Simmons, up to five for juniors, and up to three for sophomores. We require grades of C or above in all classes transferred in toward the major. We will accept advanced classes toward the major if students have earned grades of C or above in these classes, but these classes will not satisfy any 200 or 300- level requirements.

AP and Transfer Credits Students who major in Literature or Writing cannot use AP test scores to replace core requirements of the major. A score of 5 or higher on the IB will count as non-specific academic credit. The programs will accept up to seven classes toward the major for seniors transferring to Simmons, up to five for juniors, and up to three for sophomores. We require grades of C or above in all classes transferred in toward the major. We will accept advanced classes toward the major if students have earned grades of C or above in these classes, but these classes will not satisfy any 200 or 300- level requirements.

The Credit for Prior Learning CPL The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program offers Dix Scholars an opportunity to receive college credit for knowledge gained through life experience. Dix Scholars may transfer up to 96 semester hours toward a Simmons Bachelor’s degree through prior coursework, the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), and Simmons’s Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) process.

Credit for Exams for Transfer Students To receive credit for exams, a transfer student must have taken the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examination, a Higher-Level International Baccalaureate (IB) course test, or the A-Level test before matriculating at the college they attended as a first-year student, and they must apply for credit no later than the end of their first semester at Simmons. Students may transfer in a maximum of 96 credits via AP exams, CLEP exams, IB courses, A-level exams and coursework taken at another regionally accredited institution.

Credit for Exams for Transfer Students To receive credit for exams, a transfer student must have taken the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examination, a Higher-Level International Baccalaureate (IB) course test, or the A-Level test before matriculating at the college they attended as a first-year student, and they must apply for credit no later than the end of their first semester at Simmons. Students may transfer in a maximum of 96 credits via AP exams, CLEP exams, IB courses, A-level exams and coursework taken at another regionally accredited institution.

Credit for Prior Learning program offers Dix Scholars and Online Degree Completion students an opportunity to receive academic credit for knowledge gained through life experience. For more information, students should email Undergraduate Advising ( advising@simmons.edu ) with CPL interest in the subject line. You will then be connected with the academic advisor who works with students through this process.

Credit for Prior Learning The Credit for Prior Learning program offers Dix Scholars and Online Degree Completion students an opportunity to receive academic credit for knowledge gained through life experience. For more information, students should email Undergraduate Advising (advising@simmons.edu) with CPL interest in the subject line. You will then be connected with the academic advisor who works with students through this process.

Dix Scholars may transfer up to 96 semester hours toward a Simmons Bachelor’s degree through prior coursework, the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), and Simmons’s Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) process.

Dix Scholars may transfer up to 96 semester hours toward a Simmons Bachelor’s degree through prior coursework, the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), and Simmons’s Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) process.

Current Simmons students who wish to enroll in summer courses at other institutions must first file a Petition for Transfer Credit in the Office of the Registrar. No more than 16 semester hours of summer school credit from other institutions may be credited toward the Simmons degree.

No more than four semester hours of transfer credit for graduate study elsewhere may be allowed toward the master’s degree.

Current Simmons students who wish to enroll in summer courses at other institutions must first file a Petition for Transfer Credit in the Office of the Registrar. No more than 16 semester hours of summer school credit from other institutions may be credited toward the Simmons degree.

No more than four semester hours of transfer credit for graduate study elsewhere may be allowed toward the master’s degree.

Advanced Standing The Simmons School of Social Work offers a 9-month Advanced Standing Program to qualified applicants with a bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) who have graduated within the last seven years from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Advanced Standing (Cohorts offered in September, January, May) The Online program offers both a two-term and a three-term Advanced Standing Program to qualified applicants with a bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) who have graduated within the last seven years from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Advanced Standing The Simmons School of Social Work offers a 9-month Advanced Standing Program to qualified applicants with a bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) who have graduated within the last seven years from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Advanced Standing (Cohorts offered in September, January, May) The Online program offers both a two-term and a three-term Advanced Standing Program to qualified applicants with a bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) who have graduated within the last seven years from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Students must complete two additional courses from this list: BUS 234CD Organizational Communication & Behavior 4 PH 235CD Introduction to Health Promotion 4 SOCI 285CD Drugs and Society 4 NOTE: External credits for elective courses are allowed.

Academic Progress Adding and Dropping Courses Undergraduate Course Attendance Policy Participation in Commencement Final Examinations Grade Appeal Leave of Absence Transfer of Credit Withdrawal from the University Admission Financial Aid Registration and Financial Information Programs of Study Undergraduate Courses Faculty Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Print this page /Institutions/Simmons-College/json/catalogs.json E07182AA-ED5D-4447-B324-463E999A2C7E Academic Policies Heavy Academic Programs Heavy academic programs are considered to be those in which the student carries more than 18 semester hours of credit per semester. Students formally admitted to an accelerated degree program (3+1, 3+3, 4+1) may take up to 22 credits under the flat tuition plan.

Many students are eligible for advanced standing and college credit for certain secondary school examinations and certificates (such as A-level exams and the International Baccalaureate). Transfer students from junior colleges, institutes, and private and public colleges and universities recognized by their local governments will also be considered candidates for admission and transfer credit.

Many students are eligible for advanced standing and college credit for certain secondary school examinations and certificates (such as A-level exams and the International Baccalaureate). Transfer students from junior colleges, institutes, and private and public colleges and universities recognized by their local governments will also be considered candidates for admission and transfer credit.

No more than two courses can be counted from transfer credits; these must be approved by the department chairperson.

No more than two courses can be counted from transfer credits; these must be approved by the department chairperson.

Students who complete their work at institutions other than Simmons must complete the official transfer of credit petition, obtain the necessary signatures, and make certain that their official transcript reaches the Simmons University registrar before their official conferral date.

Students who complete their work at institutions other than Simmons must complete the official transfer of credit petition, obtain the necessary signatures, and make certain that their official transcript reaches the Simmons University registrar before their official conferral date.

Advanced Standing Students : Advanced standing students complete one 2 semester (Fall, Spring) practicum. Advanced Standing students attend 672 hours of practicum for two terms. Students in each of the online options typically begin practicum work as follows: Extended (8 terms) : 4th term Full-time (6 terms) : 2nd term Accelerated (4 terms) : 1st term Advanced Standing (3 terms) : 2nd term Advanced Standing (2 terms) : 1st term Employment as Practicum (all enrollment options) In certain situations, the School and Practicum Education Department may permit students to use a paid social work position to fulfill the practicum education requirement for one practicum.

Advanced Standing Students: Advanced standing students complete one 2 semester (Fall, Spring) practicum. Advanced Standing students attend 672 hours of practicum for two terms. Students in each of the online options typically begin practicum work as follows: Extended (8 terms): 4th term Full-time (6 terms): 2nd term Accelerated (4 terms): 1st term Advanced Standing (3 terms): 2nd term Advanced Standing (2 terms): 1st term Employment as Practicum (all enrollment options) In certain situations, the School and Practicum Education Department may permit students to use a paid social work position to fulfill the practicum education requirement for one practicum.

BSN Equivalent Degree Completion of Statistics course from accredited college or university within the last 7 years Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, with a required accredited external evaluation for international documents English Proficiency Required *The following graduate level courses may be eligible for transfer credit pending formal review and approval: Informatics Epidemiology Biostatistics

BSN Equivalent Degree Completion of Statistics course from accredited college or university within the last 7 years Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, with a required accredited external evaluation for international documents English Proficiency Required *The following graduate level courses may be eligible for transfer credit pending formal review and approval: Informatics Epidemiology Biostatistics

Students in the 3+1 program may then apply for advanced standing at the MSW level and, if accepted, will begin the MSW program at the end of three years.

The department reserves the right to deny a transfer of credit from any institution, including Colleges of the Fenway offerings.

Students in the 3+1 program may then apply for advanced standing at the MSW level and, if accepted, will begin the MSW program at the end of three years.

The department reserves the right to deny a transfer of credit from any institution, including Colleges of the Fenway offerings.

Jury Duty Participation in Commencement Final Examinations Grade Appeal Leave of Absence Transfer of Credit Withdrawal from the University Admission Financial Aid Registration and Financial Information Programs of Study Undergraduate Courses Faculty Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Print this page /Institutions/Simmons-College/json/catalogs.json E07182AA-ED5D-4447-B324-463E999A2C7E Undergraduate Course Attendance Policy Because there is a strong positive relationship between class attendance and success in the classroom, Simmons undergraduate students are expected to attend all classes and are responsible for the work associated with all class meetings.

Applicants must also submit official transcripts from all institutions attended (including transfer credits), three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, a resume, a completed application form, and application fee.

A maximum of three semester hours of transfer credit will be allowed toward the degree; the petition for transfer credit is due at the time of application.

Applicants must also submit official transcripts from all institutions attended (including transfer credits), three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, a resume, a completed application form, and application fee.

A maximum of three semester hours of transfer credit will be allowed toward the degree; the petition for transfer credit is due at the time of application.

Requirements for entry into the Advanced Standing Program Option (for recent BSW graduates) Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) and who have graduated from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) within the last seven years can apply for the Advanced Standing Program Option. Applicants will need to submit the following materials: academic transcripts; three recommendation letters (one of which should be from the director of practicum education at their BSW program); a statement of professional and educational intent; an Advanced Standing statement that includes a two to three page summary of their BSW internship learning, including social work models and approaches utilized; a case example that exemplifies how the applicant applied theory to guide their understanding of the case and intervention or treatment plan; a self-assessment of learning to date, including goals and challenges anticipated in an advanced clinical placement; and a copy of the applicant’s most recent BSW practicum evaluation. In addition, applicants will participate in an interview with a faculty member from the Simmons MSW Practicum Education Department.

Requirements for entry into the Advanced Standing Program Option (for recent BSW graduates) Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) and who have graduated from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) within the last seven years can apply for the Advanced Standing Program Option. Applicants will need to submit the following materials: academic transcripts; three recommendation letters (one of which should be from the director of practicum education at their BSW program); a statement of professional and educational intent; an Advanced Standing statement that includes a two to three page summary of their BSW internship learning, including social work models and approaches utilized; a case example that exemplifies how the applicant applied theory to guide their understanding of the case and intervention or treatment plan; a self-assessment of learning to date, including goals and challenges anticipated in an advanced clinical placement; and a copy of the applicant’s most recent BSW practicum evaluation. In addition, applicants will participate in an interview with a faculty member from the Simmons MSW Practicum Education Department.

Qualitative Standard Students enrolled in a graduate degree program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA established by their program 3.0 - Required by all on-campus programs, online library science, Nursing@Simmons, SocialWork@Simmons, and BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons 2.67 - Required by MPH How courses count when determining GPA: Count Toward GPA Do Not Count Toward GPA Completed courses Withdrawals Failed courses Incompletes Repeated courses Transfer credits Quantitative Standard All graduate students must complete at least 50% of all credits attempted. How courses count when measuring pace Count as Completed Do Not Count as Completed Completed courses Withdrawals (after add/drop) Transfer credit Incompletes One repeat after a failed course Failed courses Additionally, all graduate students are required to complete their degree within a reasonable timeframe.

Qualitative Standard Students enrolled in a graduate degree program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA established by their program 3.0 - Required by all on-campus programs, online library science, Nursing@Simmons, SocialWork@Simmons, and BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons 2.67 - Required by MPH How courses count when determining GPA: Count Toward GPA Do Not Count Toward GPA Completed courses Withdrawals Failed courses Incompletes Repeated courses Transfer credits Quantitative Standard All graduate students must complete at least 50% of all credits attempted. How courses count when measuring pace Count as Completed Do Not Count as Completed Completed courses Withdrawals (after add/drop) Transfer credit Incompletes One repeat after a failed course Failed courses Additionally, all graduate students are required to complete their degree within a reasonable timeframe.

Merit Scholarship Programs for Transfer Students International Students Admission Options for Adult Undergraduate Students–Dorothea Lynde Dix Scholars Financial Aid Registration and Financial Information Programs of Study Undergraduate Courses Faculty Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Print this page /Institutions/Simmons-College/json/catalogs.json E07182AA-ED5D-4447-B324-463E999A2C7E 2025-2026 Graduate Course Catalog 2025-2026 Undergraduate Course Catalog 2024-2025 Graduate Course Catalog 2024-2025 Undergraduate Course Catalog 2023-2024 Graduate Course Catalog 2023-2024 Undergraduate Course Catalog 2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog 2022-2023 Undergraduate Course Catalog 2021-2022 Graduate Course Catalog 2021-2022 Undergraduate Course Catalog 2020-2021 Graduate Course Catalog 2020-2021 Undergraduate Course Catalog Archived Catalogs Transfer Students Students with advanced standing are admitted as transfers. Transfer credit is generally granted for courses comparable to those offered by Simmons that were successfully completed with a grade of C or higher at another accredited institution. Credit for a course taken elsewhere with a grade of P can transfer if the Registrar’s office can determine that the P is not equivalent to a grade below a C. To be eligible for the Simmons degree, transfer students must spend at least two semesters at Simmons and earn a minimum of 32 semester hours of credit. Credit for Exams for Transfer Students To receive credit for exams, a transfer student must have taken the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examination, a Higher-Level International Baccalaureate (IB) course test, or the A-Level test before matriculating at the college they attended as a first-year student, and they must apply for credit no later than the end of their first semester at Simmons. Students may transfer in a maximum of 96 credits via AP exams, CLEP exams, IB courses, A-level exams and coursework taken at another regionally accredited institution.

Merit Scholarship Programs for Transfer Students International Students Admission Options for Adult Undergraduate Students–Dorothea Lynde Dix Scholars Financial Aid Registration and Financial Information Programs of Study Undergraduate Courses Faculty Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Print this page /Institutions/Simmons-College/json/catalogs.json E07182AA-ED5D-4447-B324-463E999A2C7E Transfer Students Students with advanced standing are admitted as transfers. Transfer credit is generally granted for courses comparable to those offered by Simmons that were successfully completed with a grade of C or higher at another accredited institution. Credit for a course taken elsewhere with a grade of P can transfer if the Registrar’s office can determine that the P is not equivalent to a grade below a C. To be eligible for the Simmons degree, transfer students must spend at least two semesters at Simmons and earn a minimum of 32 semester hours of credit. Credit for Exams for Transfer Students To receive credit for exams, a transfer student must have taken the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examination, a Higher-Level International Baccalaureate (IB) course test, or the A-Level test before matriculating at the college they attended as a first-year student, and they must apply for credit no later than the end of their first semester at Simmons. Students may transfer in a maximum of 96 credits via AP exams, CLEP exams, IB courses, A-level exams and coursework taken at another regionally accredited institution.

Credit for Prior Learning The

Before enrolling in summer courses at institutions other than Simmons, students are required to complete the Petition for Transfer Credit form available on the Simmons Office of the Registrar’s webpage. When considering a summer school course for transfer credit, the following guidelines must be observed: No credit is given for work done in a summer session lasting less than three weeks. For example: A student who enrolls in two three-credit courses in one five-week session will receive a maximum of five transfer credits. No more than 16 semester hours of summer or winter school credit from other institutions may be credited toward the Simmons degree. The lowest grade accepted for transfer credit is "C". Courses to fulfill a KCA (Key Content Area) or KSA (Key Skills Area) requirement must be indicated on the Petition for Transfer Credit form, and a course description must be provided. A course description must be attached to the Petition to Transfer Credit.

Before enrolling in summer courses at institutions other than Simmons, students are required to complete the Petition for Transfer Credit form available on the Simmons Office of the Registrar’s webpage. When considering a summer school course for transfer credit, the following guidelines must be observed: No credit is given for work done in a summer session lasting less than three weeks. For example: A student who enrolls in two three-credit courses in one five-week session will receive a maximum of five transfer credits. No more than 16 semester hours of summer or winter school credit from other institutions may be credited toward the Simmons degree. The lowest grade accepted for transfer credit is "C". Courses to fulfill a KCA (Key Content Area) or KSA (Key Skills Area) requirement must be indicated on the Petition for Transfer Credit form, and a course description must be provided. A course description must be attached to the Petition to Transfer Credit.

SW 569 Advanced Standing Seminar This 3-credit course is designed to provide a bridge to the concentration year clinical curriculum and practicum placement. A strong emphasis is on exploring the development of professional social work identity and on supporting students’ increasing self-awareness and ability to learn from practice experience. The course will focus on broadening the capacity for the use of self, promoting reflective practice, conceptualizing various theoretical perspectives and their application to clinical work, and enhancing the ability to work across differences.

SW 569 Advanced Standing Seminar This 3-credit course is designed to provide a bridge to the concentration year clinical curriculum and practicum placement. A strong emphasis is on exploring the development of professional social work identity and on supporting students’ increasing self-awareness and ability to learn from practice experience. The course will focus on broadening the capacity for the use of self, promoting reflective practice, conceptualizing various theoretical perspectives and their application to clinical work, and enhancing the ability to work across differences.

SWO 569 Advanced Standing Seminar This 3-credit course is designed to provide a bridge to the concentration year clinical curriculum and practicum placement. A strong emphasis is on exploring the development of professional social work identity and on supporting students’ increasing self-awareness and ability to learn from practice experience. The course will focus on broadening the capacity for the use of self, promoting reflective practice, conceptualizing various theoretical perspectives and their application to clinical work, and enhancing the ability to work across differences.

SWO 569 Advanced Standing Seminar This 3-credit course is designed to provide a bridge to the concentration year clinical curriculum and practicum placement. A strong emphasis is on exploring the development of professional social work identity and on supporting students’ increasing self-awareness and ability to learn from practice experience. The course will focus on broadening the capacity for the use of self, promoting reflective practice, conceptualizing various theoretical perspectives and their application to clinical work, and enhancing the ability to work across differences.

SWO 597 Practicum Education Advanced Standing II This course serves as the second half of the Advanced Standing Practicum Education experience, and is a course in which students apply, in supervised practice, the theoretical concepts, principles, values, and ethics taught in the specialist level curriculum. In addition to the supervised learning of clinical practice skills with individuals, families, and groups, students will be socialized to the identity of a professional social worker and the many roles that social workers occupy in agencies and in the community. Case-based learning is deepened and amplified through instruction, process recordings and required written assignments.

SWO 597 Practicum Education Advanced Standing II This course serves as the second half of the Advanced Standing Practicum Education experience, and is a course in which students apply, in supervised practice, the theoretical concepts, principles, values, and ethics taught in the specialist level curriculum. In addition to the supervised learning of clinical practice skills with individuals, families, and groups, students will be socialized to the identity of a professional social worker and the many roles that social workers occupy in agencies and in the community. Case-based learning is deepened and amplified through instruction, process recordings and required written assignments.

SWO 598 Practicum Education Advanced Standing III Advanced Standing Practicum Education is an agency-based course in which students apply, in supervised practice, the theoretical concepts, principles, values, and ethics taught in the generalist curriculum. In addition to the supervised learning of clinical skills with individuals, families, and groups, students will learn the varied roles and skills used by social workers at the agency and community level. Case-based learning is deepened and amplified through practicum instruction, process recordings, and required written assignments.

SWO 598 Practicum Education Advanced Standing III Advanced Standing Practicum Education is an agency-based course in which students apply, in supervised practice, the theoretical concepts, principles, values, and ethics taught in the generalist curriculum. In addition to the supervised learning of clinical skills with individuals, families, and groups, students will learn the varied roles and skills used by social workers at the agency and community level. Case-based learning is deepened and amplified through practicum instruction, process recordings, and required written assignments.

The Credit for Prior Learning CPL The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program offers Dix Scholars an opportunity to receive college credit for knowledge gained through life experience. Dix Scholars, once enrolled as degree candidates, can apply for credit for learning attained through employment, volunteer work, hobbies, travel, or other activity. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission for more information. Dix Scholars must complete all undergraduate requirements, with the exception of the language requirement and the Leadership Course. Dix Scholars transferring credits can often apply those credits to complete graduation requirements. The Registrar provides an audit of the applicant’s previous coursework that matches all academic experience to the Simmons curriculum. © 2024 Simmons University | 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115 | 617-521-2000 | Powered by SmartCatalog IQ

The Credit for Prior Learning CPL The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program offers Dix Scholars an opportunity to receive college credit for knowledge gained through life experience. Dix Scholars, once enrolled as degree candidates, can apply for credit for learning attained through employment, volunteer work, hobbies, travel, or other activity. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission for more information. Dix Scholars must complete all undergraduate requirements, with the exception of the language requirement and the Leadership Course. Dix Scholars transferring credits can often apply those credits to complete graduation requirements. The Registrar provides an audit of the applicant’s previous coursework that matches all academic experience to the Simmons curriculum.

Transfer credit for approved liberal arts coursework Option 2: Students may transfer in other courses that are approved by the academic department to meet this liberal arts coursework requirement, including: ECON 101 Principles of Macroeconomics 4 POLS 101 Introduction to American Politics 4 POLS 217 American Public Policy 4 © 2024 Simmons University | 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115 | 617-521-2000 | Powered by SmartCatalog IQ

Transfer credit for approved liberal arts coursework Option 2: Students may transfer in other courses that are approved by the academic department to meet this liberal arts coursework requirement, including: ECON 101 Principles of Macroeconomics 4 POLS 101 Introduction to American Politics 4 POLS 217 American Public Policy 4

Students may petition their program to transfer credits earned at another institution in accordance with their program handbook and the requirements below.

Students may petition their program to transfer credits earned at another institution in accordance with their program handbook and the requirements below.

Waiver of course requirements and assessment of prior learning Some Simmons programs allow students to petition to waive course requirements for general knowledge and experience or coursework completed at another institution. A waiver, if awarded, waives a requirement and does not waive any credits. Students must take a course(s) in place of the waived course(s). Proof of knowledge is required for a waiver. Students should consult their program's Student Handbook or Program Director for information on waivers, as well as applicable timelines, requirements, and processes.

Waiver of course requirements and assessment of prior learning Some Simmons programs allow students to petition to waive course requirements for general knowledge and experience or coursework completed at another institution. A waiver, if awarded, waives a requirement and does not waive any credits. Students must take a course(s) in place of the waived course(s). Proof of knowledge is required for a waiver. Students should consult their program's Student Handbook or Program Director for information on waivers, as well as applicable timelines, requirements, and processes. © 2024 Simmons University | 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115 | 617-521-2000 | Powered by SmartCatalog IQ

Waiver of course requirements and assessment of prior learning Some Simmons programs allow students to petition to waive course requirements for general knowledge and experience or coursework completed at another institution. A waiver, if awarded, waives a requirement and does not waive any credits. Students must take a course(s) in place of the waived course(s). Proof of knowledge is required for a waiver. Students should consult their program's Student Handbook or Program Director for information on waivers, as well as applicable timelines, requirements, and processes.