Simpson University

Simpson University Overview

Simpson University is a private, religious school in the suburban setting of Redding, California. Simpson University was founded in 1921 and the school enrolls around 696 students a year, including 696 undergraduate students. Simpson University provides housing for up to 580 students. The majority of students live on campus.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is August 1.

Student Involvement at Simpson University

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Simpson University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Simpson University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Simpson University does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Simpson University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Simpson University on the Student Life page.

2022 Simpson University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	52%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA Offered but % not available
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	89%
Tuition	$34,300
Percent of Need Met	59%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$22,370

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Is Simpson University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a better view of what Simpson University offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Simpson University

It is moderately difficult to get into Simpson University. Around 52% of applicants get into Simpson University each year. Out of 627 applications received in 2022, 327 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Simpson University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 82% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Simpson Universityreturn for the next year. 47% of Simpson University undergrads graduate within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Simpson University Grads

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from Simpson University by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with Simpson University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Simpson University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2021, the total market value of Simpson University's endowment was $5.9 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $7,276 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Simpson University

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Simpson University meets 59% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $22,370 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2022 was around $26,938 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Simpson University.

Based on this information, does Simpson University seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Simpson University a good school for you?

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Where is Simpson University?

Simpson University is located in the suburban setting of Redding, California.

If you are interested in seeing Simpson University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Redding, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Redding Municipal.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Simpson University and Redding are like without leaving home.

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