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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Indianola, IA. Operating on a semester system.
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Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
11
Housing Buildings
600
Housing Capacity
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Life in Indianola for Simpson College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Indianola.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$950
Cost of Living Index
88
Student Population
1,200
City Transportation
Walkability
38
Bikeability
44
Public Transit
HIRTA Bus Service
Nearest Airports
Des Moines International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
50.5°F
Avg Snowfall
32.1 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Dunn Library
Saturday, October 18: CLOSED; Sunday, October 19: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Kent Campus Center
Not explicitly listed; typically open daily with extended hours during the semester.
Simpson College Fitness Center
Not explicitly listed; typically open daily with extended hours during the semester.
Smith Chapel
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Campus Housing
24/7 for residents
Campus News
Latest updates from Simpson College
Tornado Preparedness Advisory
Simpson College is located in a region known for severe weather, including tornadoes. Students are advised to review the Campus Security Emergency Reference Guide for shelter instructions.
Simpson College joins Iowa Space Grant Consortium
Simpson College has joined the Iowa Space Grant Consortium, expanding opportunities for students and faculty to participate in NASA-related research.
Oct 16, 2025
Simpson Announces Pfeiffer Dining/Great Hall Renovation
The Board of Trustees approved a $10 million renovation of Pfeiffer Dining Hall and the Great Hall.
Sep 11, 2025
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Simpson College
Freshmen are required to live on campus unless living with family within commuting distance or granted an exemption.
3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.
East Residence Hall
Capacity: 250
Room types: single, double
West Residence Hall
Capacity: 200
Room types: single, double, suite
College Hill Apartments
Capacity: 150
Room types: apartment-style
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@simpson.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 2, 2026
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