Simpson University

Simpson University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 52% of all applicants in 2017. Last year, 627 students applied to Simpson University and 327 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Simpson University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and the fee for the application costs $35.

Simpson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Simpson University's admissions stats.

Simpson University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	89%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	40%
Waitlist	No

Simpson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Simpson University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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Considering Applying Early to Simpson University?

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Simpson University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1.

Some students apply to college early to boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Simpson University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Simpson University?

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

In 2022, Simpson University accepted 52% of students, about 327 from 627 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Simpson University, 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 University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Simpson University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Simpson University?

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

Admissions Factors at Simpson University

What does Simpson University consider 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Simpson University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	Christian commitment
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 University?

Students admitted to Simpson University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 73% submitted a class rank. At Simpson University 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 University 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 University does not have 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 2017, 89% of Simpson University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 40% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Simpson University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Simpson University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

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

More Information on Transferring to Simpson University

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

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Simpson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Simpson University?

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

Does Simpson University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Do I have to submit test scores to Simpson University?

✅ Simpson University is not test optional.

What is Simpson University's acceptance rate?

✅ Simpson University has an acceptance rate of 52%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Simpson University?

❌ Simpson University does not offer early decision.

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