Simpson College

If you are considering submitting an application to Simpson College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Simpson College Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Simpson College's admissions stats.

Simpson College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	21%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	71%
Waitlist	No

Simpson College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Simpson College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	August 15	––

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Applying Early to Simpson College?

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Simpson College does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Simpson College Admissions

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Is Simpson College Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Simpson College. Simpson College evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Simpson College accepted 91% of students, around 1,208 from the 1,330 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Simpson College, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Simpson College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Simpson College

Simpson College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Simpson College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Simpson College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Simpson College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Simpson College for more information on admission factors.

Simpson College Application Requirements

To apply to Simpson College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Simpson College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		3
Interview		√
Other Requirements	√			guidance counselor recommendation form
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Simpson College?

Students admitted to Simpson College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 72% submitted a class rank. At Simpson College 21% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 46% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Simpson College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	19%
3.75 and 3.99	27%
3.50 and 3.74	18%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	10%
2.50 and 2.9	9%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Simpson College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Simpson College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Simpson College has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 8% of Simpson College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 71% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Simpson College?

To be competitive with other Simpson College applicants, you should strive to earn between 1060 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Simpson College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 1060, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Simpson College students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Simpson College students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Simpson College?

To be most competitive at Simpson College, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Simpson College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Simpson College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Simpson College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Simpson College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Simpson College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Simpson College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Simpson College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Simpson College.

Does Simpson College accept transfer credits?

✅ Simpson College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Simpson College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Simpson College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Simpson College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Simpson College?

❌ No, Simpson College is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to include your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Simpson College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Simpson College is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Simpson College?

❌ Simpson College does not offer early decision.

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