by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Simpson College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Simpson College measures up.
Simpson College is ranked #2,056 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within Iowa, it ranks #33 of 48 for value.
Among the majors Simpson College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science / Programming | #289 of 465 |
| Sports Management | #307 of 492 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #333 of 425 |
| Accounting / Finance | #471 of 693 |
| Accounting | #471 of 693 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #478 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #478 of 638 |
| Elementary Education | #490 of 681 |
| Teacher Education | #490 of 681 |
| Health & Physical Education | #494 of 757 |
Read the full Simpson College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Simpson College is ranked #7 out of #51 in Iowa for quality and #33 out of #48 for Iowa value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Simpson College financial aid page to be sure.
Simpson College is ranked #2,056 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Simpson College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Simpson College costs about $22,721. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $90,883 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $61,178 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,936 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,721 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $90,883 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Simpson College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Simpson College costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Simpson College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $244,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,883 | #2,056 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,744 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $244,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,883 | #33 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,744 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Simpson College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,172 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,775 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,007 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,744 |
| Over $110K | $26,854 |
About 98% of Simpson College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $36,418 per year. Get more details on the Simpson College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Simpson College cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.