Q: Where is Simpson University?
A: Simpson University is located in Redding, California. We are three hours north of San Francisco and one hour south of Mt. Shasta, with Lassen Peak about one hour to the east.

Q: How big is Simpson?
A: Simpson University has a total enrollment of 1,014, with 861 undergraduate students and 153 graduate students. The school is not so small that you are uncomfortable, but not so big that you get lost in the masses. It has the feeling of a community of believers and friends.

Q: What majors and minors do you offer?
A: Simpson University offers 26 majors and 23 minors:

Majors

• Accounting
• Bible and Theology
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Communication
• Cross-Cultural Studies
• Discipleship and Education Ministries
• English
• English for Teachers
• General Ministries
• History
• Liberal Studies
• Management Information Systems
• Mathematics
• Mathematics for Teachers
• Music
• Music Education
• Music-Liberal Arts Emphasis
• Outdoor Leadership
• Pastoral Studies
• Psychology
• Social Science
• Social Science for Teachers
• Youth Ministries
• World Missions

Minors

• Bible and Theology
• Business Administration
• Communication
• Cross-Cultural Studies
• Discipleship and Education Ministries
• Education
• English
• History
• Journalism
• Management Information Systems
• Mass Communication
• Mathematics
• Music
• Outdoor Leadership
• Pastoral Studies
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Spanish
• TESOL
• Theater
• World Missions
• Writing
• Youth Ministries

Simpson also offers two AA degrees:

• Bible and Theology
• General Studies

As well as certificates:

• Bible and Theology
• Contemporary Church Music
• Pre-Nursing

Q: What sports do you offer?
A: Simpson University offers men's and women's basketball, soccer, and cross-country, men's baseball and women's volleyball, and women's softball. Men's and women's golf will be added in 2008-2009. We also offer many intramural sports including basketball, baseball, soccer, powderpuff football, and dodgeball.

Q: What is it like to live in the dorms?
A: Dorm life is amazing! The people on your floor will become like family to you. Each floor has a Resident Assistant (RA), a student who oversees the floor. Assisting the RA is an ARA (assistant resident assistant) who is another contact for the students on that floor. Under the RA a group of prayer leaders lead small groups each week. Each floor participates in fun floor events, including movie nights, bonfires, and more.

Q: What is there to do in Redding?
A: Redding is a good-sized city with a population of roughly 85,000. Redding offers many restaurants, lots of shopping, and two movie theaters, along with several golf courses, parks, and other options for fun. With lakes, caverns and even a ski park nearby, Redding is the gateway to numerous outdoor activities.

Q: Where can I get a job?
A: Simpson University offers approximately 250 on-campus jobs for students. Redding also is a bustling area with many available jobs. Some businesses even allow transfers from one location to another, such as Home Depot, Best Buy, and Red Robin, among others.

Q: What is the weather like?
A: When it comes to the sunniest cities in America, Redding is second only to Las Vegas. Once in a while, our winters bring a dusting of snow, but are characterized by rain. Spring is beautiful, and summer is hot.

Q: What is the cafeteria food like?
A: The cafeteria offers a variety of food, including vegetarian dishes. Each weekday features a different special made-to-order dish. The dining center also hosts special meals, such as Fine Dining Night and Breakfast at Midnight.

Q: When is curfew?
A: Guys, feel free to stop by girls' lobbies (and girls in guys' lobbies) until 11 p.m. on weekdays and 12 a.m. on weekends. But if you still have to study for that big test, freshmen, just make sure you're back in your dorm by 2 a.m.

Q: Can I bring a personal computer and are the dorm rooms wired for Internet?
A: Absolutely. In fact, if you own a computer, we recommend that you bring it with you. If you have a computer in your room, it will be easier for you to complete papers and homework. We also offer Internet in the rooms for a fee. If you don't have a computer, feel free to stop by our computer lab, bookstore, or library.

Q: Can I be in the choir and not be a music major?
A: Yes, you can. The Simpson Chorale is our large choir and requires a short audition. Each year, the Chorale goes on tour on the West Coast. Every two to three years, the Chorale goes on tour overseas. It is a great opportunity for students to use their talents to bring glory to God and share the Gospel.