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Simpson University Admission Requirements

Redding, California

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Chances of getting into Simpson University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
67%
Admission Difficulty for Simpson University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 
How hard is it to get into Simpson University and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Simpson University is 67%.  It ranks #46 in California for lowest rate of acceptance. Simpson University is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 638 out of 953 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 56 percent on standardized admission tests. Simpson University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Simpson University.

Simpson University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
960-1185
Applicants Submitting SAT 
81%
SAT Scores for Simpson University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 490
SAT Math 25th 470
SAT Composite 25th 960
SAT Scores for Simpson University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 605
SAT Math 75th 580
SAT Composite 75th 1185
Average SAT Score 1070

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Simpson University?

Simpson University is a test optional school meaning applicants are not required to submit SAT scores with their application. The position on SAT scores from the school is "neither required nor recommended".

Students who get into Simpson University score in the top 68 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 960-1185.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Simpson University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1185 and Above Good >79%
1072 to 1185 Avg + 67%-79%
960 to 1072 Avg - 52%-67%
848 to 960 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 848 Low <36%
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Simpson University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
21-28 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
21%
ACT Scores for Simpson University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 19
ACT Math 25th 18
ACT Composite 25th 21
ACT Scores for Simpson University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 28
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 28
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Simpson University?

Simpson University is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "neither required nor recommended".

Simpson University regularly accepts students who score 21 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 43 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 21-28.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Simpson University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >81%
24 to 28 Avg + 67%-81%
21 to 24 Avg - 54%-67%
18 to 21 Reach 40%-54%
Less than 18 Low <40%
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Simpson University GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.4
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into Simpson University?

Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Simpson University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Simpson University was 3.4 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #59 in California for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Simpson University accepts 67% of students who apply.

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

51% of Simpson University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Simpson University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 19%
Top 25% of class 51%
Top 50% of class 78%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Simpson University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 500 453 953
Accepted 341 297 638
Acceptance Rate 68% 66% 67%
Enrolled 65 69 134
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 23% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Simpson University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Simpson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Simpson University Application Requirements
Test Scores Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Neither required nor recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Neither required nor recommended
Recommendations Considered but not required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Simpson University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=123457 IPEDS survey data for Simpson University.

FAQs

Does Simpson University prefer SAT or ACT?

81% of students submit their SAT scores to Simpson University. 21% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Simpson University?

67% of those who apply are granted admission to Simpson University. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Simpson University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 960 and 1185. 81% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Simpson University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 28. 21% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.