ROTC at Simpson College
Indianola, IA · private nonprofit
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for Simpson College. The nearest host schools are Iowa State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Truman State University (Army, 96 mi) and University of Northern Iowa (Army, 98 mi).
Nearest ROTC programs to Simpson College
We have no ROTC unit or cross-town agreement on record for Simpson College. Some schools arrange cross-town enrollment on request, so ask a nearby unit. If you know of a program here, tell us.
- Iowa State University45.9 mi away (straight line)
Army ROTC
Navy/Marine ROTC
Air Force/Space Force ROTC
Admissions
| Admission rate | 86% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,325–1,555 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 31–33 |
| Test policy | Test-optional |
These are the most recent College Scorecard figures. The school decides admission. An ROTC scholarship board judges your academics on its own, in a separate process.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $47,656 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,656 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 63% |
Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from Simpson College. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.
Academic programs
Simpson College has 1,227 undergraduates. ROTC cadets can study almost any major. Some scholarships and commissioning options prefer certain fields.
Yellow Ribbon & veteran support
Yellow Ribbon is a GI Bill benefit for veterans and eligible dependents, not an ROTC scholarship. The school pays part of the tuition above the GI Bill cap, and VA matches it.
Yellow Ribbon: Simpson College takes part. Undergraduate contributions have no dollar cap.
| Level | Program | School pays (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All programs | Unlimited |
| Graduate | All programs | Unlimited |
Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.
ROTC at Simpson College: FAQ
Does Simpson College have ROTC?
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for Simpson College. The nearest host schools are Iowa State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Truman State University (Army, 96 mi) and University of Northern Iowa (Army, 98 mi).
Where is the nearest ROTC program to Simpson College?
The nearest schools that host an ROTC unit are Iowa State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Truman State University (Army, 96 mi) and University of Northern Iowa (Army, 98 mi). Ask each unit whether it takes cross-town students from Simpson College.
School links and location
These links belong to Simpson College. To ask about an ROTC program, open that program above and use the unit's own contact details. ROTCScholar is not the school and not the unit.
- Official site
simpson.edu
- Admissions
simpson.edu
- Apply
access.simpson.edu
- Financial aid
simpson.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
- Veteran & military services
Campus office for GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon, and military students
Location: Indianola, IA 50125
IPEDS UNITID: 154350
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