Simpson University

Simpson University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Redding, California, in a small city setting. The university enrolls 1,095 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 41.67 out of 100. Its completion rate is 42% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 62% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting moderate outcomes at a small faith-based liberal arts university in northern California.

Simon University offers an associate-level program in Registered Nursing, providing students with foundational clinical and academic preparation for entry-level nursing practice and eligibility for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.

Located in Redding, CA, Simpson University serves a region of northern California with limited higher education options. Its nursing program addresses local healthcare workforce needs in the Shasta County area, offering students a pathway into registered nursing within a small, community-oriented campus environment.