SIMPSON COLLEGE

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Simpson College

School Overview

Simpson College has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a mid-size city (in Indianola, IA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.

Contacting the School

701 North C St
Indianola, IA 50125
Main Phone: (515) 961-6251
Web Site: www.simpson.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,552 (full-time equivalent) students. 98.2% of students attend full-time, while 1.8% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 151 male students and 237 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 38.9% of the student body, while females made up 61.1%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (-1)%, Hispanic (-1)%, Asian (-1)%, and Native American (-1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 85.5% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Sales And Marketing

Other Sales And Marketing

School Accreditation

Simpson College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Simpson College is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Simpson College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Weekend college
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,110
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 19,649
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,110

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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