by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Simpson University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Simpson University came in at $39,708 per year for undergraduates. This rate applies regardless of state residency.
The fees portion of those totals were $1,610; the remaining amount is tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $38,098 |
| Fees | $1,610 |
| Total | $39,708 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The amounts above are before any aid.
What does Simpson University cost for part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To see where that lands, here is how Simpson University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Simpson University comes in higher than most schools.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Simpson University Financial Aid page for specifics.
The table below shows how tuition at Simpson University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $34,400 |
| Two Years Ago | $35,980 |
| One Year Ago | $37,022 |
| Most Recent Year | $38,098 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Simpson U has shifted across recent years.
Over the most recent year, tuition climbed 2.9%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $40,862 next year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.42%, so cost a year out lands around $41,066.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $41,066 |
| In 2 Years | $42,470 |
| In 3 Years | $43,922 |
| In 4 Years | $45,424 |
| In 5 Years | $46,977 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $172,882.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For a closer look at aid at Simpson University, see the Simpson University Financial Aid page.
