Simpson College
Indianola, IA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Simpson College
Simpson College is a private Methodist college in Indianola, Iowa. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and enrolled 1,151 students in fall 2022.
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86%
Acceptance
$21,936
Net price
1,227
Enrollment
63%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
86%
Acceptance rate
1,440
SAT average
24
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$21,936
Average net price
$47,656
In-state tuition
$47,656
Out-of-state tuition
$10,500
Room & board
$1,168
Books & supplies
$61,227
Total cost of attendance
35%
Students receiving Pell grants
71%
Students with federal loans
$26,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$59,274
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$49,946
Median earnings (6 yrs)
63%
Graduation rate
81%
Retention rate
88%
Earn more than a HS grad
$12,667
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,227
Total enrollment
2%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
23%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Simpson College FAQ
Is Simpson College a public or private school?
Simpson College is a private nonprofit institution located in Indianola, IA.
What is the acceptance rate at Simpson College?
Simpson College has an acceptance rate of 86%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Simpson College cost?
The average annual net price at Simpson College is $21,936 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $47,656.
What is the graduation rate at Simpson College?
About 63% of students at Simpson College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Simpson College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Simpson College students earn a median of $59,274 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Simpson College?
Admitted students at Simpson College have an average SAT score of 1,440 and an ACT midpoint of 24. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Simpson College?
Simpson College enrolls about 1,227 students.
Campus
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