Simpson College Offers Interactive Academics, Diverse Activities, and a Historic, yet Modern Campus

Since 1860, Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa, has been cultivating the intellectual spirit of thousands of students, and continues to do so today. As the college nears the celebration of its 150th anniversary, its history - steeped in rich tradition - is all the more evident.

At Simpson College, students have their choice of more than 50 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Simpson offers small class sizes, which means students interact daily with professors who know them personally. Professors at Simpson are passionate educators who are dedicated to the success of their students, yet their interests are as varied as their fields of study. They do everything from competitive cycling, acting as a political analyst for a metro news station, and playing in rock bands to teaching music in Africa, acting in community theatre, and publishing books and articles.

One of the signatures of a Simpson College education is the abundance and diversity of extracurricular activities. Students not only develop academically, but also have the chance to play on championship athletic teams, become class senators, contribute to the 40,000 hours the Simpson College community volunteers each year, write for the nationally recognized student newspaper, perform in an opera, hit the airwaves on KSTM campus radio, or get fit playing intramural sports. With over 100 organizations on the college's Indianola campus, there is something for everyone.

Beyond the extraordinary opportunities, Simpson College offers a stunning physical setting to call home. The 85-acre tree-lined campus boasts historic brick buildings, winding sidewalks, and plenty of open space. At the same time, the Iowa school offers all the modern day conveniences students are looking for. The campus is 100 percent wireless and the variety of housing options (residence halls, suites, apartments, theme houses, and Greek houses) offer air conditioning, study areas, computer labs, laundry facilities, cable, vending machines, and common areas.

Experience Small Town Comfort and Big City Opportunities at the Indianola, Iowa, Campus of Simpson College

Located in Indianola, Iowa, only 12 miles south of Iowa's capital city, Des Moines (population 500,000), Simpson College offers the comfort of a small town mixed with all of the exciting opportunities of city life. In just minutes, students can be in the heart of some of the best entertainment and employment options in the Midwest.

With more than 4,000 businesses in the Des Moines metro area, Simpson students have the option of interning with Fortune 500 companies, volunteering for non-profit organizations, or doing research at world-renowned facilities like Great Ape Trust of Iowa. More than 70 percent of Simpson graduates take advantage of the college's incredible location and complete at least one internship in their four years.

Starting in students' freshman year and continuing beyond graduation, Simpson College's Office of Career Services assists students in exploring the right careers for them and helps them make those careers a reality. The office assists students with identifying career options, acquiring internships, resume writing, and preparing for job interviews. In today's competitive job market, Simpson College graduates have a distinct advantage - professional experience and a highly respected degree.

Indianola's proximity to Iowa's capital city also gives students the chance to explore the fun side of city life. Taking in a baseball game, shopping at the trendy East Village or the two-million-square-foot Jordan Creek Town Center, attending concerts and Broadway musicals, or just checking out one of the many cultural attractions the city has to offer - students have no shortage of opportunities. There's a reason "Kiplinger's Personal Finance" magazine named Des Moines one of the top ten cities in the country to live and work.

Students Expand Their Horizons at Simpson College with a Variety of Study Abroad Options

A Simpson College education offers students a wide selection of learning situations - and those opportunities extend beyond the classroom. Study abroad at Simpson is an opportunity for students to travel outside of Indianola, the Midwest, and the United States; expand their horizons; and discover the world.

Today's employers are looking for people who have a global perspective and direct experience with other cultures, and Simpson makes it easy to study abroad. In fact, Simpson College ranks in the top 100 colleges in the nation for the highest percentage of students studying abroad. The Iowa school excels because it offers many different options to countries throughout the world. It's up to students to decide which adventure they'd like to take! Simpson College offers several semester-long study abroad programs that allow students to learn with fellow Simpson students under the guidance of a Simpson faculty member.

Students can live and learn in one of the world's greatest historic, cultural, political, and economic centers in London, England; be immersed in German culture while enjoying the benefits of a larger metropolitan area in Schorndorf, Germany; take in the splendor of the Iguazu Falls, Perito Moreno Glacier, Andes Mountains, and the charming capital city of Buenos Aires as they explore Rosario, Argentina; learn about Thai culture, volunteer at an orphanage, or ride bareback on an Asian elephant in Nakorn Pathom, Thailand; or live in the sunny South Pacific on a tropical island while taking classes in English at the University of French Polynesia in Tahiti.

In addition, Simpson College offers an extensive study abroad program through its three-week May term. Simpson's international May term trips have taken students from Indianola to nearly every continent including such countries as New Zealand, China, Madagascar, France, Namibia, Costa Rica, Brazil, Greece, and Ghana.

• Biological/life sciences
• Biochemistry
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• Biology/Biological Sciences
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• Business/marketing
• Accounting
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• Actuarial Science
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• Business Administration and Management
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• International Business/Trade/Commerce
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• Management Information Systems
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• Marketing/Marketing Management
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• Communication/Journalism
• Communication
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• Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
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• Journalism Related
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• Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
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• Computer and information sciences
• Computer and Information Sciences
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• Computer Science
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• Education
• Art Teacher Education
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• Education
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• Elementary Education
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• Music Teacher Education
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• Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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• Secondary Education
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• Engineering
• Pre-Engineering
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• English
• English
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• Foreign languages and literature
• French
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• German
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• Spanish
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• Health professions and related sciences
• Athletic Training
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• Health/Health-Care Administration
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• Pre-Dentistry Studies
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• Pre-Medical Studies
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• Pre-Nursing Studies
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• Pre-Optometry
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• Pre-Pharmacy Studies
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• Pre-Physical Therapy
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• Pre-Veterinary Studies
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• History
• History
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• Homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting, and protective services
• Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
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• Forensic Science and Technology
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• Interdisciplinary studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
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• Law/legal studies
• Pre-Law Studies
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• Mathematics and statistics
• Mathematics
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• Natural resources/environmental science
• Environmental Science
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• Parks and recreation
• Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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• Sport And Fitness Administration/Management
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• Philosophy and religious studies
• Applied and Professional Ethics
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• Philosophy
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• Religious Studies
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• Physical sciences
• Chemistry
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• Physics
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• Psychology
• Psychology
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• Social sciences
• Economics
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• International Relations and Affairs
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• Political Science and Government
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• Sociology
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• Theology and religious vocations
• Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
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• Visual and performing arts
• Art
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• Dramatic/Theater Arts
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• Fine/Studio Arts
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• Graphic Design
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• Music
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• Music Performance
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• Acceptance Rate
• Applied1,265
• Accepted1,081
• Acceptance Rate85%
• Enrolled1,543
• Female Applicants675
• Females Accepted603
• Female Acceptance Rate89%
• Male Applicants590
• Males Accepted478
• Male Acceptance Rate81%
• Applying
• Application Fee$
• Required for All Transcript of high school record
  guidance counselor recommendation form
  
• Required for Some
• Average high school GPA for first-year freshman
• Application Deadlines
• Type Application Closing Notification Date Rolling Admissions
• Fall freshmen August 15th Yes
• Out-of-state Fall freshmen Not Reported
• Early decision plan Not Reported
• Other early decision plan Not Reported
• Transfer August 15th Yes
• Test Scores Accepted
• Test Average School Accepted 25th Percentile* 75th Percentile*
• SAT Critical Reading
• SAT Math
• SAT Writing
• ACT Composite 24 21 27
• * 25th and 75th percentile is the score that 25/75 percent of students score at or below.

• Tuition
• In-state tuition *$36,969
• Out-of-state tuition *$36,969
• In-district tuitionN/A
• * Tuition costs are based on a full academic year typically extending from September to June.
• Fees
• Full-time student fees$694
• Room and board *$7,963
• Room only *$3,860
• * Room and board charges vary according to board plan selected (i.e., 12-meal plan, 19-meal plan, etc.) and student level (freshman, sophomore, etc.)
• Other Payment Considerations
• Guaranteed tuition plan offeredNo
• Tuition pre-payment planNo
• Tuition payment plans offeredInstallments
• Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuitionChildren of Alumni, Employees or children of employees, Senior Citizens

• Gender
• Total Undergraduate Students1,543
• Male Student Percentage44%
• Female Student Percentage56%
• Race/Ethnicity
• Hispanic/Latino4.21%
• Black or African American2.46%
• White or Caucasian85.22%
• American Indian or Alaska Native.06%
• Asian1.49%
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.19%
• Two or more races1.75%
• Unknown or International Student4.28%
• Other Student Statistics
• International Breakout.32% representing 5 other countries
• Out-of-state Students18% out-of-state student

• Housing
• College-owned housing available Yes
• Housing Requirements None
• Housing options Coed housing , Female-only housing, Male-only housing
• Percentage of undergraduate students who live in college-owned housing 86%
• Student Activities
• Student-run campus newspaper Yes
• Drama / theater group Yes
• Student-run radio station Yes
• Student-run television station No
• Marching band No
• Choral groups Yes
• Student Services
• Legal services No
• Health clinic Yes
• Personal / psychological counseling Yes
• Women's center Yes
• Student Organizations
• Greek fraternities Yes
• Greek sororities Yes
• Local fraternities Yes
• Local sororities Yes
• Other organizations Not Reported
• Most popular organizations Religious Life Community, Campus Activities Board, Student Government Association, Residence Hall Association, intramurals
• Campus Security and Safety
• 24-hour emergency telephone / alarm services Yes
• 24-hour patrols by trained officers Yes
• Students patrols Yes
• Late-night transport / escort services Yes
• Electronically-operated dormitory entrances Yes
• Other SAFE (Simpson Alert for Emergencies) provides phone calls in case of campus security/weather emergencies

• Men's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Badminton Yes No No
• Baseball No Division 3 No
• Basketball Yes Division 3 No
• Bowling Yes No No
• Cheerleading No Division 3 No
• Cross-country running No Division 3 No
• Football Yes Division 3 No
• Golf Yes Division 3 No
• Racquetball Yes No No
• Rugby Yes No No
• Soccer Yes Division 3 No
• Softball Yes No No
• Swimming Yes Division 3 No
• Table Tennis Yes No No
• Tennis Yes Division 3 No
• Track No Division 3 No
• Ultimate Frisbee Yes No No
• Volleyball Yes No No
• Wrestling No Division 3 No
• Women's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Badminton Yes No No
• Baseball No No No
• Basketball Yes Division 3 No
• Bowling Yes No No
• Cheerleading No Division 3 No
• Cross-country running No Division 3 No
• Football Yes No No
• Golf Yes Division 3 No
• Racquetball Yes No No
• Rugby Yes No No
• Soccer Yes Division 3 No
• Softball Yes Division 3 No
• Swimming Yes Division 3 No
• Table Tennis Yes No No
• Tennis Yes Division 3 No
• Track No Division 3 No
• Ultimate Frisbee Yes No No
• Volleyball Yes Division 3 No
• Wrestling No No No

• Faculty Breakdown
• Total Faculty195
• Full-time Percentage54%
• Part-time Percentage46%
• Female Percentage48%
• Male Percentage52%
• Student:Faculty Ratio11:1 or 1,434 students to 135 faculty