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Simpson College
701 North C St., Indianola, IA 50125 - View Map View Map
tel: (515)961-6251
School Notes Overview:
Simpson College is a selective, church-related, liberal arts college dedicated to excellence in private higher education. Simpson education is based on the best traditions of the liberal arts, meaning our students develop critical thinking skills that prepare them for life-long learning.
School Overview:
 
County Warren County, IA
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges II
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Private, non-profit
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,507 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 532 students
Full-Time Graduate 7 students
Part-Time Graduate 15 students
Total Enrollment 2,039 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 1,224 students
Tuition 24414
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 99 %
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 28 %
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,768
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 54%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $3,958
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 99%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $11
% Students Receiving Loans 86%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $9,472
School Notes:
  • Simpson students thrive in an environment that fosters personal growth and development as well as academic achievement. The college endeavors to provide each of its approximately 1,900 students with the resources and experiences to assist them on their journey to becoming a mature, whole person.
  • The curriculum includes more than 40 majors, minors and pre-professional programs. A 4-4-1 academic calendar provides students with many learning opportunities including internships, career observations and study programs both in the United States and abroad.
  • Eighty-four percent of students are involved in student government, newspaper, yearbook, radio, intercollegiate and intramural sports, Greek life, departmental activities, honor and professional groups, music, drama, religion and other interest groups.
  • Simpson's campus is a great place to call home and living on campus is an integral part of the Simpson Experience. Our 73 acre tree-lined campus is bordered on the north by one of the city's largest parks. Simpson offers many residential experiences including residence halls, apartment-style living, theme houses and an active Greek system.
  • Simpson is also the summer home of internationally recognized Des Moines Metro Opera.
  • Noted scientist George Washington Carver began his college career at Simpson in 1890.
  • Simpson College has been fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association since 1913. Profile last updated: 10/21/2008.
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