Simpson College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Fringe
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,264
Religious affiliation	Methodism
Student to faculty ratio	11 to 1
Acceptance rate	91%
Students retention rate	70%
On-time graduation rate	69%

Located in Indianola, Iowa, Simpson College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 91% indicates that Simpson College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Simpson College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Simpson College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Simpson College is 70% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Iowa is 86%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Simpson College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

90.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$44,030

Cost of attendance at Simpson College in 2022 for students from Iowa.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$9,543
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$44,030

Cost of attendance at Simpson College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Iowa's average	$25,701
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Simpson College received on average $34,582 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$34,582

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	118	40%	$4,551	$536,967
Other Federal Grant	124	42%	$6,118	$758,599
State Grant/Scholarships	156	53%	$5,809	$906,201
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	295	100%	$28,938	$8,536,784
Total Grant & Scholarships	295	100%	$34,582	$10,201,584

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Simpson College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Simpson College students is 68.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 74.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 62.6%.

68.9%

asian 100.0% 3 students
African American 100.0% 2 students
white 69.2% 195 students
unknown 66.7% 4 students
hispanic 47.1% 8 students
Mixed Race 90.0% 9 students

Sport Conferences

Football American Rivers Conference
Baseball American Rivers Conference
Basketball American Rivers Conference
Track and Cross Country American Rivers Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Simpson College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Simpson College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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