Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Simpson College


Location and Affiliation:

Simpson is located in Indianola, IA, population 12,500.
Affiliation: Methodist.

Population:

Simpson’s enrollment is 1452 students on campus.

• 61% female
• 2% black
• 1% Asian
• 2% international
• 1% Hispanic

86% of applicants are admitted. 81% return as sophomores.

Professor to Student Ratio:

1:16

Academic Level:

• Simpson is a Level 3 school
• The average high school GPA is N/A
• The middle 50% range of ACT scores is 22-27

Most Popular Majors:

• Business
• Business management
• Marketing
• Sciences
• Humanities
• Social sciences
• Communications
• Journalism
• Biology
• Biomedical sciences

Graduates:

67% graduate after 6 years.

Application:

• Admission fee is $0
• The admission application deadline is rolling.
• Financial aid deadline is April 1.

Generosity:

Average need met is 85%.

Features:

Founded in 1860, Simpson continues to be a strong Iowa tradition in education. The 4-4-1 model of two 15-week semesters and a May Term, allow students three weeks of intensive study of a single academic course which could include a single class, internship or studying abroad. The First-Year Program gives new students an opportunity to adjust socially and intellectually to college life.

Contact:

Simpson College Admissions 1-800-362-2454.

Learn more about Simpson College. http://www.simpson.edu