Acceptance Rate
86%
Avg. SAT
1151
75th percentile
“Faith-infused liberal arts education amid Northern California's lakes and mountains at a close-knit Christian university.”
Redding, CA
Location
Small City
Campus Setting
Simpson University began in 1921 as Simpson Bible Institute in Seattle, affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance, and relocated to Redding, California, in 2001 to expand its campus along the Sacramento River. Students who thrive here embrace a daily integration of Christian faith with academics, often those drawn to ministry, service, or community-focused careers, in a supportive environment where professors know your name. The school's personality centers on spiritual growth alongside practical skills, fostering lifelong mission-mindedness. Redding offers easy access to Shasta Lake boating and hiking in Lassen Volcanic National Park, but its remote position two hours north of Sacramento means fewer urban entertainment options. Small enrollment around 870 undergraduates keeps interactions personal, though it limits the breadth of on-campus events compared to larger schools.
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Academics
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Full-Time Faculty
Women Faculty
Research Spending
Available Online
Degree Levels Offered
Classes emphasize interactive discussions and faith perspectives across majors like psychology, business, nursing, teacher education, and Christian ministries, with most capped under 25 students for direct faculty mentoring. You'll encounter chapel-integrated learning where biblical principles shape coursework, and opportunities exist for hands-on experiences such as student teaching or clinical rotations in Redding hospitals. Research leans toward undergraduate projects in areas like intercultural studies rather than large-scale labs. While the intimate setting builds strong relationships, popular programs like nursing fill quickly, and the range of advanced electives stays narrower than at bigger universities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
820 undergrad • 172 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
48%
Black / African American
3%
Hispanic / Latino
25%
Asian
6%
Other / Multi-racial
19%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Redding, CA
Varsity Athletics
Campus life revolves around thrice-weekly chapel gatherings, mission trips, and worship events that draw the entire community together, creating a family-like vibe among residential students. A typical week mixes classes, Bible studies, intramural sports, and outdoor adventures like rafting on the Sacramento River, with weekends often involving service projects or trips to nearby Sundial Bridge. Housing guarantees spots for freshmen in dorms overlooking Turtle Bay Exploration Park, promoting easy friendships. The social scene stays low-key and faith-centered, light on parties but rich in relational depth; hot, dry summers test your tolerance for 100-degree days. Redding's midsize feel blends campus seclusion with local coffee shops and trails, though high California living costs add up off-campus.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
NCAA
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$15,249
$30K – $48K
$22,249
$48K – $75K
$26,873
$75K – $110K
$26,125
$110K+
$31,496
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
60%
4 Years Graduation Rate
67%
6 Years Graduation Rate
70%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$54,340
60% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Simpson University and return in the fall. 67% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 70% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
67%
4-6 years
3%
Non-grad
30%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$35,980
Acceptance
86%
Undergrads
820
4-Year Grad Rate
67%
Endowment
$11M
Redding, CA 96003-8606
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