First-Year Scholarships
Generous scholarships for every Simpson Student
See how you can qualify for up to $36,000 — or more — in scholarships to greatly reduce the out-of-pocket cost of your education.
Rewarding Your Academic Achievement
Once accepted, you are automatically considered for all merit scholarships based on your academic and personal success.
The chart below shows the minimum scholarship awards for incoming first-year students in Fall 2025.
Scholarships | Cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) | 2025-2026 Scholarship Amount |
Founder’s Scholarship | 3.75+ | $36,000 |
Presidential Scholarship | 3.50-3.74 | $34,000 |
Dean’s Scholarship | 3.25-3.49 | $32,000 |
Simpson/Endowed Scholarship | Below 3.25 | $30,000 |
*Cumulative GPA Based on a 4.0 Scale
All-In for Iowa
We have a steadfast commitment to making a Simpson education accessible to families of all means. We now offer three full-tuition scholarship programs: Simpson $100K Promise, 99 County Full-Tuition Program, and Full-Tuition Offer for Des Moines, Indianola Students.
Cowles Fellowship
Cowles Fellowship is one of the most prestigious academic awards offered by Simpson College ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 on top of the academic merit-based scholarship. In addition, Cowles Fellows will receive a travel stipend to be used for international/domestic travel or internship study to enhance the student’s educational experience.
Only awarded to full-time students entering their freshman year, candidates must possess extraordinary academic ability and potential as evidenced by high school performance, including standardized test scores. Leadership skills and participation in high school or community activities will be given strong consideration. No additional application needed.
More on our programs
Contact the Office of Admissions
- admiss@simpson.edu
- 515-961-1624
- College Hall
- Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.