
Simpson College in Iowa has maintained a high overall acceptance rate of 89% for the application years 2022 and 2023, with the number of applicants increasing from 1,569 to 1,646, and the number of accepted students rising from 1,398 to 1,463. The acceptance rate in 2021 was slightly higher at 91%, amidst a total of 1,330 applicants. Historical data shows a noticeable increase in competitiveness from previous years, particularly with an acceptance rate of 80% in 2019, indicating a steady trend of increased selectivity over time.