Admissions
Upcoming Admissions Events
View our list of Fall 2009 college fairs.
Sioux City Open House and/ or Van Trip - November 1-2, 2009
Sioux City Open House
Sunday, November 1, 2009
1-3 p.m.
Louis & Clark Room in the Stoney Creek Inn & Conference Center
300 W 3rd St, Sioux City
To RSVP for this event or to learn more about it, email cassie.britton@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1698.
As the open house ends around 3 pm, we will get ready to head back to campus – and you’re invited to ride back with us if you’d like! Feel free to join us even if you can’t make the open house. Bring your overnight stuff and sleeping bag and Simpson will provide your transportation, meals, overnight lodging with an on-campus host, and a scheduled campus visit on Monday. You pick what you’d like to do – talk with a professor or coach, sit in on a class, take a tour, etc. The visits will wrap up around 2:30 pm and then we’ll head back to Sioux City!
Sioux City Van Trip
Leave Sunday, November 1 at 3 pm
Louis & Clark Room in the Stoney Creek Inn & Conference Center
300 W 3rd St, Sioux City
Return to Sioux City on Monday, November 2 approximately 6 pm
To register or learn more information, e-mail cassie.britton@simpson.edu call (800) 362-2454, extension 1698. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
Waterloo/Cedar Falls/Waverly Fall Van Trip - November 5-6, 2009
Here's your chance to check out life as a college student! Take a closer look at Simpson by staying overnight with a current student in a dorm, sorority, or fraternity, tour our beautiful campus, sit in on classes, talk with professors and coaches, and eat lunch - all on us! Three meals and transportation are provided.
There will be 2 pick-up/drop-off points for convenience!
(One in Waverly and one in Cedar Falls)
Thursday, November 5 - 3:00 pm
Meet at Wal-Mart Supercenter in Waverly*
2700 4Th Street SW
Waverly, IA 50677
OR
Thursday, November 5- 4:00 pm
Meet at Wal-Mart Supercenter in Cedar Falls*
525 Brandilynn Blvd
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Return trip
Friday, November 6 – 3:00 pm
Return to Wal-Mart in Cedar Falls*
OR
Friday, November 6 – 4:00 pm
Return to Wal-Mart in Waverly*
* Additional meeting/drop-off locations available if pre-arranged and as time allows. To register for this trip or to learn more, e-mail andrea.wells@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
Dubuque Open House - November 8, 2009
We invite you to learn more about the opportunities Simpson has to offer you academically & socially as we bring Simpson to you! The Dubuque Open House is a great way to get a feel for all things "Simpson;" athletics, fine arts, internships, volunteer opportunities & more, right in your own backyard. Admissions counselors, current Simpson students and Dubuque area alumni will be present to share their "Simpson Experiences" with you.
Refreshments will be provided. Come and go as you please, family & friends welcome!
Grand River Center
Platinum Room A
500 Bell Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
12:00-2:00pm
To RSVP for this event or to learn more about it, email andrea.wells@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624.
Coralville Open House - Sunday, November 8, 2008
We invite you to learn more about the opportunities Simpson has to offer you academically & socially as we bring Simpson to you! The Coralville Open House is a great way to get a feel for all things “Simpson;” athletics, fine arts, internships, volunteer opportunities & more, right in your own backyard. Admissions counselors, current Simpson students and Coralville area alumni will be present to share their "Simpson Experiences" with you.
Refreshments will be provided. Come and go as you please, family & friends welcome!
Marriott Hotel and Conference Center
309 E. 9th St.
Coralville, IA 523241
5:00-7:00pm
To RSVP for this event or to learn more about it, email beth.peck@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624.
DMACC Open House - November 12, 2009
Your opportunity to learn more about Simpson College! Come and go as you please as you meet Simpson faculty and administrators. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Gwen Schroder for additional details.
Thursday, November 12
Simpson College Ankeny Campus (map)
2501 SE Tones Dr # 800, Ankeny, IA
1:00-6:00 pm
Mason City/Clear Lake Fall Van Trip - November 12-13, 2009
Here's your chance to check out life as a college student! Take a closer look at Simpson by staying overnight with a current student in a dorm, sorority, or fraternity, tour our beautiful campus, sit in on classes, talk with professors and coaches, and eat lunch - all on us! Three meals and transportation are provided.
Thursday, November 12 - 4:00 pm
Meet at Target*
3450 4th St SW
Mason City, IA 50401
Friday, November 13 - 4:00 pm
Return to Target*
* Additional meeting/drop-off locations available if pre-arranged and as time allows. To register for this trip or to learn more, e-mail andrea.wells@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
On-campus event!
Music Weekend - November 13-14, 2009
Music Weekends are designed to give the prospective music student a closer look at the Simpson music department by attending music classes and rehearsals as well as hearing two concerts that feature instrumental chamber ensembles, the College Choir, Women's Chorale, Madrigal Singers, Jazz Ensemble and several faculty artists. Find out more about Music Weekend here!
On-campus event!
Mathematics Day - Saturday, November 14, 2009
Discover why studying mathematics at Simpson may be a terrific choice for your future. You will meet Simpson professors and students and explore the exciting events occurring in and out of the Department of Mathematics. You will also have the opportunity to meet with Simpson alumni and learn about many career choices in this field. Check out the schedule for the day or register for the event. Email rick.spellerberg@simpson.edu in the Mathematic department with any questions you might have.
Latino College Exposition - Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Simpson College will host the 2009 Annual Latino College Exposition. As the host site you can contact us as a chaperone wanting to register students or as a college representative to reserve space at the college fair. You can also check out the schedule for the day. Please contact the office of admissions with additional questions at 800-362-2454 or admiss@simpson.edu.
Illinois Open House - November 22, 2009
Simpson is coming to you! Join Admissions Counselors, other prospective students, and alumni for a casual reception to learn more about and receive information on the numerous opportunities Simpson has to offer you in academics, research, internships, Storm athletics, fine arts, study abroad, community service, student life, and more. Take a closer look at the college you could call your "home away from home"!
Bahama Breeze Restaurant
406 E. Golf Road
Schaumburg, IL
See map here.
12:00-3:00 pm
Family and friends are welcome, refreshments provided, come and go as you please!
To RSVP, e-mail brenna.abel@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624.
2010 Spring semester:
Minnesota Open House - January 24, 2010
Simpson is coming to you! Join Admissions Counselors, other prospective students, and alumni for a casual reception to learn more about and receive information on the numerous opportunities Simpson has to offer you in academics, research, internships, Storm athletics, fine arts, study abroad, community service, student life, and more. Take a closer look at the college you could call your "home away from home"!
Location TBA
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Family and friends are welcome, refreshments provided, come and go as you please!
To RSVP, e-mail tiffany.berkenes@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624.
February Friday Visit Days
Whether this is your first visit to campus or your third, February Fridays are a great way to see all Simpson has to offer!
Schedule
your visit today!
Cedar Rapids Spring Van Trip - February 4-5, 2010
Here's your chance to check out life as a college student! Take a closer look at Simpson by staying overnight with a current student in a dorm, sorority, or fraternity, tour our beautiful campus, sit in on classes, talk with professors and coaches, and eat lunch - all on us! Two meals and transportation are provided.
Thursday, February 4 - 5:00 pm
Meet at the Target on Blairs Ferry Rd*
1030 Blairs Ferry Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-1220
Friday, February 5 - 3:30 pm
Return to the Target*
* Additional meeting/drop-off locations available if pre-arranged and as time allows. To register, e-mail beth.peck@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
On-campus event!
Theatre Scholarship Weekend - February 25-26, 2010
A great time to meet the faculty, staff and Simpson students, watch a rehearsal for our mainstage production of Spring Awakening and attend Simpson Underground (a late-night, student-run cabaret performance), stay overnight with a student host and participate in a theatre class. All of this, as well as dinner Thursday night and breakfast Friday, are provided at no cost to students considering attending Simpson College. The department will offer an additional audition time on Saturday, February 27th for those who have a scheduling conflict for the overnight event. Check out additional information here! Contact Ann Woldt at ann.woldt@simpson.edu or 1-800-362-2454 (ext. 1327) with any questions you might have about Theatre scholarships or the Scholarship Weekend.
Omaha Open House - February 28, 2010
Simpson is coming to you! Join Admissions Counselors, other prospective students, and alumni for a casual reception to learn more about and receive information on the numerous opportunities Simpson has to offer you in academics, research, internships, Storm athletics, fine arts, study abroad, community service, student life, and more. Take a closer look at the college you could call your "home away from home"!
Location TBA
2:00-5:00 pm
Family and friends are welcome, refreshments provided, come and go as you please! To RSVP, e-mail tiffany.berkenes@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624.
Omaha Spring Van Trip - March 4-5, 2010
Here's your chance to check out life as a college student for a night! Simpson invites you to take a closer look by staying overnight with a current student in a dorm, sorority, or fraternity, tour our beautiful campus, sit in on classes, talk with professors and coaches, and eat lunch - all on us! Two meals and transportation are provided.
Thursday, March 4 - 4:00 pm
Meet at the Howard Johnson Inn*,
3650 S. 72nd St., Omaha, NE (just North of I-80)
See map here.
Friday, March 5 - 5:30 pm
Return to the Howard Johnson Inn*
* Additional meeting/drop-off locations available if pre-arranged and as time allows.
To register, e-mail tiffany.berkenes@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
Minnesota Spring Van Trip - April 1-2, 2010
Here's your chance to check out life as a college student for a night! Simpson invites you to take a closer look by staying overnight with a current student in a dorm, sorority, or fraternity, tour our beautiful campus, sit in on classes, talk with professors and coaches, and eat lunch - all on us! Two meals and transportation are provided.
Thursday, April 1 - 3:00 pm
Meet at the Fairfield Inn*
3045 Centre Point Dr. North, Roseville, MN
See map here.
Friday, April 2 - 6:30 pm
Return to the Fairfield Inn*
* Additional meeting/drop-off locations available if pre-arranged and as time allows.
To register, e-mail tiffany.berkenes@simpson.edu or call (800) 362-2454, extension 1624. Space is limited, so contact us soon!
On-campus event!Junior Visit Day - Friday, April 9, 2010
Learn about student life and the college planning process. Throughout the day you will tour campus and meet with professors, coaches and students. Check in begins at 9:30 a.m. and lunch is provided. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 800-362-2454 or email admiss@simpson.edu. Check out the schedule for the day and register anytime.
On-campus event!
Football Junior Visit Day - Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Designed for high school juniors and their parents to tour the campus, meet professors, learn about activities/student life and develop a timeline for college planning. Furthermore, it's an opportunity to meet the Storm Football coaching staff and players, tour athletic facilities, meet our Strength & Condition staff and have a preview of Simpson's Offense and Defense. The day will begin with check-in at 9:30 a.m. and lunch is provided. For more information, contact the Football Office at 515-961-1294 or the office of admissions at 515-961-1624. You can also call 800-362-2454 or admiss@simpson.edu. The schedule and registration materials will be available in the spring.