Indianola, IA · Fayette, IA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Simpson College | Upper Iowa University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 86.2% | 96.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $47,656 | $19,475 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $47,656 | $19,475 |
| Average Net Price | $23,282 | $20,426 |
| Graduation Rate | 63.0% | 34.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 1,251 | 3,941 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 12 | 25 |
GradFax Analysis
Simpson College accepts 86.2% of applicants. Upper Iowa University accepts 96.5%. Simpson College's tuition is $47,656. Upper Iowa University's is $19,475. That's a $28,181 difference per year. Simpson College graduates 63% of students in 6 years. Upper Iowa University graduates 34%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Simpson College. It accepts 86.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Upper Iowa University, on average. After aid, students pay $20,426/year versus $23,282/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Simpson College: 63% of students finish in 6 years. Upper Iowa University is at 34%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.