Simpson University's published cost of attendance is $54,688. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $25,511, middle-income families pay around $28,479, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,163.
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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) | $54,688 |
| Tuition and Fees | $39,708 |
| Room and Board | $11,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$26,871 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $27,817 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $25,511 |
| $30–48k | $22,738 |
| $48–75k | $28,479 |
| $75–110k | $29,656 |
| $110k+ | $30,163 |
Simpson University's published cost of attendance is $54,688. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $25,511, middle-income families pay around $28,479, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,163. Azimuth ranks Simpson University #828 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Simpson University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional programs. Families apply using the FAFSA to determine eligibility and aid packages. The institution participates in standard federal aid programs and works with families to bridge the gap between sticker price and actual out-of-pocket cost through grants and scholarships. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $18,750, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $19,112; 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 $59,198, median federal debt of $18,750 projects to a monthly payment of about $212 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Simpson University earn median 4-year earnings of $59,198, placing Simpson University in the 39.3 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $1,494 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Simpson University in the 64.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Simpson University #735 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Psychology is the dominant program family at Simpson University, reflecting the institution's academic focus. Psychology, General is the largest program with 66 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $56,902, performing at 1.1x the national benchmark for the field. The Nursing program graduates 48 students with median 4-year earnings of $113,623, while Business Administration and General Studies round out the program portfolio with 34 and 22 graduates respectively. These programs collectively shape Simpson University's earnings profile and career outcomes for students across the institution.
