Indianola, IA

Simpson College

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Simpson College is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Indianola, IA.
It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification.
Simpson College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

86% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,046 applied, 1,764 accepted, and 381 enrolled in Simpson.
210 men and 166 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $47,656 for undergraduate programs and $9,204 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.12% compared to last year at Simpson College.

Financial Aid

1,096 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $34,016.
For freshmen, 300 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $35,240.

Student Population

A total of 1,251 students enrolled Simpson in 2025.
By gender, 627 men and 624 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,235 undergraduate and 16 graduate students.

54 Major Programs

  • 3 programs through online
  • 3 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Simpson is 63%.
The retention rate is 81% for full-time and 81% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
81%
Students to Faculty Ratio
12 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 157 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Simpson and the average faculty salary is $60,503. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.
There are 381 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $57,226.
Number of Faculties
157
Average Faculty Salary
$60,503
Number of Staffs
381
Average Staff Salary
$57,226

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries