Tuition & Costs
168¿ª½±Íø¹ÙÍø is one of the most affordable private colleges in Iowa, and we’re committed to ensuring our academic experience is as accessible as possible to all students. You can take comfort in knowing that most students don’t pay the full tuition price. In fact, 100 percent% of 168¿ª½±Íø¹ÙÍø students benefit from our generous financial aid offerings.
What Is ‘Cost of Attendance’?Â
The cost of attendance encompasses direct and indirect costs for an academic year. Direct costs are those billed to you by the College, while indirect costs are expenses you take care of on your own.
Direct Cost Examples | Indirect Costs Examples |
tuition and program fees, campus housing, meal plans | books, supplies, transportation, miscellaneous personal expenses |
A Closer Look at Your Cost of Attendance
Tuition, fees, and other educational expenses vary based on program, enrollment status, residency, and a few other factors. Remember that financial aid is available to help offset the cost of attendance.
Get information about tuition, fees, and housing for our traditional, campus-based bachelor’s degree programs.

Find tuition details about our flexible master’s, certificate, and degree completion programs.

Financial Aid & Affordability at 168¿ª½±Íø¹ÙÍø
All accepted full-time undergraduate students at 168¿ª½±Íø¹ÙÍø receive merit scholarships. Graduate and returning students also have access to a variety of financial aid options.

First-Year Scholarships
All accepted full-time undergraduates are eligible for scholarships up to $36,000. Additional merit awards are available, too.
Financial Aid Options
Financial assistance programs like scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study help offset the cost of attendance.
Net Price Calculator
Undergraduate students can use this handy tool to help determine approximate cost of attendance and financial aid eligibility.
Have Questions? Our Financial Aid Staff is Ready to Help!
- finaid@simpson.edu
- 515-961-1630
- College Hall, 3rd Floor