College comparison

Saint Ambrose University vs Simpson College

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	Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA	Simpson College Indianola, IA
Acceptance rateSaint Ambrose University is more selective	77%	86%
SAT (25–75)	930–1170	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,916	1,227
Avg net price	$24,691	$21,936
Median earnings (10 yr)Saint Ambrose University reports higher median earnings	$59,531	$59,274
Graduation rate	61%	63%
Median debt	$25,000	$26,000
Economic mobility	0.8%	1.2%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Saint Ambrose University or Simpson College harder to get into?

Saint Ambrose University is more selective: Saint Ambrose University's acceptance rate is approximately 77% and Simpson College's is approximately 86% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 930–1170 at Saint Ambrose University and — at Simpson College. 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.