School Description
Provided by Simpson UniversitySimpson is a Christian university of liberal arts offering both biblical and professional studies. The following statement serves as our guide in determining programs and activities.
"Simpson University is a Christ-centered educational community, developing men and women for a lifetime of Spirit-led intellectual, spiritual, and social growth, strengthening each to fulfill God's call to be an agent of transformation of life in all its fullness."
Simpson University's Undergraduate Studies program offers many choices of professional studies leading to the ministry, business, education, music, and other career fields. The School of Continuing Studies (ASPIRE Program) is a great option for those wishing to complete their education in the evenings. Simpson's graduate level programs include the School of Education, A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary and a newly formed M.A. in Counseling program.
Simpson University averages 16 students to every professor. Sixty-eight of all undergraduate-level classes are 20 students or less. The 2008 freshman class (graduating class of 2012) had 154 undergraduate students. The small class size is part of what makes the Simpson experience much more personal than one at a typical four-year university. Relationships formed with professors and students will last a lifetime.
Students enjoy a beautiful campus within sight of three mountain ranges in the beautiful Northern California city of Redding. A mix of commercial and natural resources (regional attractions) within close proximity enhance the student's life. Campus traditions like Nite Life, the Exposure film festival, and chapel strengthen a student's sense of community and well-being at Simpson. Schedule a personalized visit today!
Simpson University
From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia- This article is about the college in California. For the college in Iowa refer to Simpson College.
Simpson University is a private, liberal arts college located on a 92-acre (37-hectare) campus in Redding, California.
History
The college was founded as the Simpson Bible Institute in Seattle in 1921 and named for Dr. Albert B. Simpson, a 19th century Christian evangelist and founder of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. In 1955, the college was moved to Silver Avenue in San Francisco and renamed Simpson Bible College. In 1968, the college was granted regional accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). In 1971, the Bible college curriculum was joined with a liberal arts platform and the institution was renamed Simpson College. The school was relocated to its current campus in Redding in 1989.
Academics
Simpson offers undergraduate degree programs through its three divisions: Theology and Ministry, Science and Business, and Humanities. The university also offers graduate degrees in education and Christian ministry. The A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary opened in the fall semester of 2007, offering graduate degrees in Bible and Theology.
Athletics
The school's sports teams are called the Red Hawks. The teams participate in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics in the California Pacific Conference. Joe Griffin is currently the athletic director, and the athletic department currently has several coaches in each sport.
6'5" Dan Anderson is "The Voice" of the Red Hawks as the P.A. announcer of most of Simpson University sporting events.
Notable alumni & faculty
Dr. Daniel R. Berger, Author Speaking the Truth in Love
Dr. Craig J. Slane, Author Bonhoeffer as Martyr
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Southwest
- Setting:
- Large Town Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Affiliation:
- Christ and Missionary Alliance Church
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 964
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 96%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Degree Programs at Simpson University
Associate's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Bible/Biblical Studies
Biblical Studies is a four, six, or eight year program studying the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature. These programs are designed for those desiring an in-depth theological study of these ancient scriptures. Often, these programs prepare students for vocations as religious leaders, teachers, etc.See more schools with programs in Bible/Biblical Studies
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Bible/Biblical Studies
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Bachelor's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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General Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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History
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History
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Music
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General Music
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General Music
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Bible/Biblical Studies
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Christian Studies
Students of this major study the philosophy and teachings of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and the subsequent intellectual and cultural movements and institutions based on Christianity. This program includes instruction in Christian sacred scripture, Christian literature and philosophy, and studies of one or more of the main branches of the faith and their cultural context including Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, and others.See more schools with programs in Christian Studies
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Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
A program that focuses on the theory and practice of religious outreach, social service and proselytization, and that prepares individuals for mission vocations. Includes instruction in theology, evangelism, preaching, medical and social mission work, missionary education, missionary aviation, emergency services, legal and political aspects of working in other countries, and preparation for ordination as missionaries.See more schools with programs in Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
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Religious Education
A program that focuses on the theory and practice of providing educational services to members of faith communities, within the context of a particular religion, and that prepares individuals to serve as religious educators. Includes instruction in planning and teaching lessons; organizing and supervising instructional activities; designing and developing instructional materials; and administering religious education programs and facilities.See more schools with programs in Religious Education
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Theology and Religious Vocations
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Youth Ministry
A program that prepares the ordained clergy and other religious professionals to provide spiritual, counseling, and leadership services to children, adolescents, and young adults. Includes instruction in child and adolescent psychology, human growth and development, family studies, communication skills, religious education, youth counseling, small group leadership, planning and organizing youth activities, volunteer supervision, and youth evangelism and worship.See more schools with programs in Youth Ministry
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Bible/Biblical Studies
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English Language and Literature
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Business
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.See more schools with programs in Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Human Resources
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Human Resources Management and Services
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Management
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Organizational Behavior Studies
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the behavior and motivations of individuals functioning in organized groups, and its application to business and industrial settings. Includes instruction in organization theory, industrial and organizational psychology, social psychology, sociology of organizations, reinforcement and incentive theory, employee relations strategies, organizational power and influence, organization stratification and hierarchy, leadership styles, and applications of operations research and other methodologies to organizational analysis.See more schools with programs in Organizational Behavior Studies
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Organizational Behavior Studies
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General Business
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Communication & Media
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Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
A program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening; verbal and nonverbal interaction; rhetorical theory and criticism; performance studies; argumentation and persuasion; technologically mediated communication; popular culture; and various contextual applications.See more schools with programs in Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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Education
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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English/Language Arts Teacher Education
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Mathematics Teacher Education
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Music Teacher Education
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Social Science Teacher Education
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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General Mathematics
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Social Sciences
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Psychology
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General Psychology
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General Psychology
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Psychology
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Master's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Christian Studies
Students of this major study the philosophy and teachings of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and the subsequent intellectual and cultural movements and institutions based on Christianity. This program includes instruction in Christian sacred scripture, Christian literature and philosophy, and studies of one or more of the main branches of the faith and their cultural context including Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, and others.See more schools with programs in Christian Studies
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Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
A program that focuses on the theory and practice of religious outreach, social service and proselytization, and that prepares individuals for mission vocations. Includes instruction in theology, evangelism, preaching, medical and social mission work, missionary education, missionary aviation, emergency services, legal and political aspects of working in other countries, and preparation for ordination as missionaries.See more schools with programs in Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
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Pastoral Studies/Counseling
A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.See more schools with programs in Pastoral Studies/Counseling
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Theology and Religious Vocations
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Christian Studies
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Education
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Education Administration
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Educational Leadership and Administration
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Education Administration
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 58% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | Yes |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 17,000 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,900 | 25% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 9,708 | 45% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 5,670 | 97% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,975 | 77% | |
Any Aid: |
97% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 54% (Highly Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| SAT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 87% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 450, Math: 430 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 560, Math: 550 |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 29% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 17, Verbal: 17, Math: 16 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 24, Verbal: 25, Math: 22 |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 20.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Required |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
