Simpson University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Simpson University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christ and Missionary Alliance Church
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Simpson University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Redding, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 755, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The university offers 22 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 42%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,022.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-28
SAT 25th-75th Percentile960-1185
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
907
Students enrolled
50%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
48%
Unknown
2%
Black
3%
Hispanic
25%
Two or more races
8%
Non-U.S. Citizen
7%
Asian
6%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
26% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
11
Total Online Enrollment
452
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.50% online, 50% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
71% On-campus
29% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate50% online
Bachelor's18% online
Graduate Certificate25% online
Master's71% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
Costs to Consider | Price |
---|---|
Books and supplies | $1,200 |
On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
26%
State Grant Aid
25%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
26%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
# | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
4 | Education. | |||
5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
7 | History. | |||
8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
10 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
11 | Psychology. | |||
12 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
13 | Social Sciences. | |||
14 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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