Simpson University

Simpson University is a Christ-centered learning community in Redding, California. Its educational approach connects faith, learning, leadership, and service. Students are encouraged to develop critical competence and prepare for lives of purposeful work. The university offers undergraduate studies, graduate studies, degree-completion programs, the A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary, the Master of Business Administration, and the Betty M. Dean School of Nursing.

Academic options include nursing, business, political science, music, biology, digital media, history, teacher education, and global studies. The new Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies can be taken as a major, secondary major, or minor. It brings together global cultures, international issues, economics, politics, religion, and cross-cultural communication. The program prepares students for fields such as international development, education, business, government, humanitarian work, ministry, and community engagement.

International students join a campus community that connects local service with global engagement. WorldSERVE provides short-term mission trips, on-campus training, small groups, and Global Impact Week. Service opportunities include local churches, schools, nonprofit organizations, and an annual Day of Service in Redding. The campus is within two hours of mountains, beaches, wilderness, and skiing. Simpson also offers 25 athletic programs and financial-aid support, including scholarships. Students should expect a faith-based environment where prayer, community, and service are part of campus life.