Acceptance rate
86.2%
Simpson College
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Simpson College is a private institution in Indianola, Iowa, with 1,151 students and an 86% acceptance rate. It's moderately selective, with middle ACT scores of 31–33. Business and marketing degrees represent 19% of degrees awarded. The average net price after aid is $23,185 annually, though the 63% six-year graduation rate is below typical for four-year colleges.
Enrollment
1,151
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
63%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
Not published
ACT (composite)
31 – 33
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$17,941
family income
$30–48k
$15,764
family income
$48–75k
$19,176
family income
$75–110k
$22,468
family income
$110k+
$26,586
family income
35% receive Pell grants
71% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Simpson College graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
18.6%
Health Professions
9.7%
Education
9.3%
Computer Science
8.1%
Communications
7.7%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$59,274
Earnings (6 yr)
$49,946
Completion
63%
Retention
81%
Median debt
$26,000
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Simpson College?
Simpson College has an acceptance rate of 86.2%, making it relatively accessible.
How much does Simpson College actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $17,941 per year, rising to $26,586 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Simpson College?
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