Financial Aid
0% of students receive financial aid
$0 million in scholarships and $0 million in financial aid awarded in 2024–25
We believe a Simpson education should be within reach for every student.
At Simpson University, we believe that a Christ-centered education should be within reach for every student regardless of financial background. We are committed to working alongside you to make your time at Simpson as affordable as possible, offering a wide range of aid options including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study opportunities. In fact, 80% of first-year students receive need-based financial aid, and our dedicated Financial Aid team is here to help you build a personalized plan that works for your unique situation. Navigating financial aid doesn’t have to be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve outlined the simple steps below to help you determine your eligibility and get started on your path to becoming a Red Hawk.
SUBMIT YOUR FAFSA
To be considered for federal, state, and most institutional aid, you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using Simpson University’s School Code (001291). Once submitted, you’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR), and our team will use it to prepare your personalized financial aid offer.
Learn How to Submit Your FAFSA
SELF-SERVICE FINANCIAL AID
MySU allows you to know where you are in the financial aid process, the next steps required, and other important details. This easy-to-use tool will help you know the financial aid you’ve been offered, where you are at in the financial aid process, and how to accept or decline the financial aid.
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Financial Aid Withdrawal Policy
All student financial aid must be re-evaluated for students who decide to withdraw from the university or who drop below full-time academic status before the end of the semester. If, after completing the federal refund calculation, a return of student financial aid funds is required, such funds will be returned to the student financial aid program from which they came. Federal and state student financial aid must be returned on the basis of federal- and state-mandated formulas. If the student received financial aid from private programs, this financial aid will be adjusted in accordance with the regulations governing the private program. Institutional aid will be adjusted in accordance with the institutional refund policy for tuition and fees. A student will retain the percentage of their institutional aid that corresponds to the percentage of tuition and fees not refunded at the time of withdrawal. The student is responsible for repayment of any balance due on the student account after the necessary financial aid adjustments are made and the institutional refund policy has been applied to the account charges, as applicable.
Simpson University is required by the Department of Education (DOE) to return any unused portion of federal financial aid, including loans. The DOE requires students to physically attend class or otherwise actively participate in academically related events in order to maintain eligibility for financial aid. Regardless of whether or not a student chooses to officially withdraw from courses through the Registrar’s Office, if they cease attendance or active participation, for any reason, a return of Title IV funds calculation is required.
In the event a student is considered to have withdrawn, federal financial aid eligibility will be recalculated on a per diem basis. If this calculates to 60 percent of the term or greater, no federal aid will be returned.
Cal Grant B Access Funds
Simpson University will apply Cal Grant B Access payments to outstanding charges on a student’s account. After all student account charges are paid in full, excess funds are then released to the student. Students receiving Cal Grant B Access payments may choose to have the money released directly to them rather than applied to their student account charges. Students who wish to make this choice must submit their request in writing to Student Financial Services. The request will remain in effect until such time as the student rescinds the request in writing with Student Financial Services. The written request will affect future disbursements of the student’s Cal Grant B Access payments. The request cannot direct payment of funds to anyone other than the student.
Disbursements
After the first two weeks of a semester, all accounts with actual credits are reviewed. Excess funds are released no earlier than the third Friday of the semester. All disbursements will be issued via a reloadable Simpson University Discover® Prepaid Card, direct ACH deposit to a designated bank account or by check. Federal regulations stipulate that any excess financial aid funds be used for educationally related expenses in the following categories: tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, transportation, living expenses, and loan fees.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
The Office of Financial Aid is required by federal regulations to monitor all students’ academic progress toward completing their degree. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is evaluated at the end of each term, including summer. All transferred credits are included in the calculation. It also includes credits taken with or without receiving financial aid.
There are three components included in the evaluation of SAP:
| Undergraduate | Graduate/Professional | |
|---|---|---|
| Grade Point Average (GPA) | Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain eligible for federal and institutional funds | Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 to remain eligible for federal and institutional funds |
| Pace* (Earned / Attempted Credits) | Students must successfully compete at least 70% of credits attempted each term and cumulatively. | Students must successfully complete at least 70% of credits attempted each term and cumulatively. |
| Maximum Time Frame** | Students must complete their bachelor’s degree within 150% of the expected credits. 120 credits required x 150% = 180 credits | Students must complete their program within 150% of the programs expected credits. MACP (70 cr x 150% = 105 credits) |
*To determine pace, divide the number of earned credits by the number of attempted credits.
Pace example: Student, Samy, registers for 15 units. After the fourth week of school, Samy withdraws from a 3-unit course. At the evaluation period, Samy has completed 12/15 credits. Samy’s pace is 80%. Samy is meeting this component of SAP.
**The evaluation will include all attempted credits, including withdrawals or incompletes, regardless of any program changes. If you have exceeded the 150% time frame, your financial aid will be suspended immediately.
Financial Aid SAP Status
Students are required to meet all SAP requirements to maintain eligibility. If a student is not meeting one or more requirements, they will be notified via email.
Financial Aid Warning
The first time the student does not meet the GPA or pace SAP requirements, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for one term. The student is still eligible to receive financial aid while on warning. At the end of the one-term warning period, if the student is still not meeting the SAP requirements, their aid will be suspended for the subsequent term.
Financial Aid Suspension
Students are placed on financial aid suspension after two terms of not meeting SAP requirements. The student may continue to attend Simpson University at the student’s expense until the student regains eligibility or is approved through a financial aid appeal.
Financial Aid Appeals
Students who fail to meet the above requirements after the semester of warning are disqualified from receiving further federal, state, or institutional financial aid. A student may submit a completed appeal form to the Office of Financial Aid documenting extenuating circumstances which impacted academic performance. Appeals are due by the second Friday of the semester and are reviewed by committee. Students will be notified in writing of the committee’s decision. If approved, a student will be placed on probation.
