Simpson College's published cost of attendance is $61,227. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $17,941, middle-income families pay around $19,176, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,586.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $61,227 |
| Tuition and Fees | $47,656 |
| Room and Board | $10,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,168 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$39,291 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $21,936 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $17,941 |
| $30–48k | $15,764 |
| $48–75k | $19,176 |
| $75–110k | $22,468 |
| $110k+ | $26,586 |
Simpson College's published cost of attendance is $61,227. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $17,941, middle-income families pay around $19,176, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,586. Azimuth ranks Simpson College #885 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. The affordability rank reflects both the headline sticker price and the debt load graduates carry; net price and sticker price can differ substantially, and Simpson's aid structure shapes how families experience the cost across income levels. Simpson College participates in federal need-based aid programs (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and institutional aid. Families apply using the FAFSA to determine eligibility for need-based scholarships and grants. The institution's aid approach aims to bridge the gap between published cost and what families actually pay, though individual aid packages vary within each income band. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $23,702; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $56,509, median federal debt of $26,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $294 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Simpson College earn median 4-year earnings of $56,509, placing Simpson College in the 31.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,164 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Simpson College in the 44.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Simpson College #762 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Simpson College's program portfolio centers on business and professional fields that align with strong early-career outcomes. Business Administration is the largest program with 40 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $69,958, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General and General Studies together form a substantial share of the graduate cohort, with General Studies graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $46,237 at 0.9x the benchmark. Teacher Education and Criminal Justice round out the top five, with Teacher Education earning $46,495 and Criminal Justice earning $57,279. This concentration in Business and related professional fields reflects Simpson's institutional focus and contributes to the consistent early-career earnings outcomes across the graduate population.
