College comparison

Carroll College vs Simpson University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Carroll College Helena, MT	Simpson University Redding, CA
Acceptance rateCarroll College is more selective	71%	86%
SAT (25–75)	1050–1300	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,092	809
Avg net price	$23,960	$27,817
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Helena, MT	Redding, CA

Quick answers

Is Carroll College or Simpson University harder to get into?

Carroll College is more selective: Carroll College's acceptance rate is approximately 71% and Simpson University's is approximately 86% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Carroll College vs Simpson University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1050–1300 at Carroll College and — at Simpson University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.