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A student who receives a score of 3, 4, or 5 on any College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Exam (AP) is given credit for the equivalent Simpson course. A student may earn up to 24 semester hours of credit by examination in these courses.

Business Administration and Management, General

Accounting

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Sports Communication

Information Science/Studies

Computer Science

Elementary Education and Teaching

Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

Secondary Education and Teaching

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education

English/Language Arts Teacher Education

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Health Teacher Education

Mathematics Teacher Education

Music Teacher Education

Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

Reading Teacher Education

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Social Science Teacher Education

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Chemistry Teacher Education

Drama and Dance Teacher Education

History Teacher Education

Physics Teacher Education

Spanish Language Teacher Education

Speech Teacher Education

Psychology Teacher Education

Education, General

Special Education and Teaching, General

Pre-Engineering

English Language and Literature, General

Spanish Language and Literature

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Biochemistry

International Business/Trade/Commerce

Management Information Systems, General

Actuarial Science

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Pre-Dentistry Studies

Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies

Pre-Pharmacy Studies

Pre-Veterinary Studies

Pre-Nursing Studies

Pre-Optometry Studies

Pre-Physical Therapy Studies

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Environmental Science

Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Religion/Religious Studies

Philosophy

Chemistry, General

Physics, General

Psychology, General

International Relations and Affairs

Political Science and Government, General

Sociology

Economics, General

Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies

Graphic Design

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Art/Art Studies, General

Fine/Studio Arts, General

Music, General

Music Performance, General

Health/Health Care Administration/Management

History, General

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Forensic Science and Technology

Pre-Law Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Mathematics, General

Simpson College is dedicated to your success, however you define it. Since its founding in 1860, the college has guided students to the next stage in their lives, be that a successful career, graduate school or serving others. You are not simply a student here, you are a partner, and every aspect of campus life is designed to help you achieve your goals. The beautiful, tree-lined campus is ideally located in Indianola, Iowa. The setting is intimate enough to offer a personalized education, but close enough to the Des Moines metropolitan area to take advantage of the internship and career opportunities there. The 1,200 students benefit from a student to faculty ratio of 11:1. The majority of Simpson faculty hold the highest degree in their field, but they also are dedicated to nurturing each students growth. They work side by side with students and promote hands-on learning, equipping students with the skills demanded by todays employers and graduate schools. This personalized attention by experts in their field is an added value of a Simpson education. And the college prides itself on helping undecided students find a major or life direction. Simpson offers over 80 majors and minors, highlighted by a leading-edge curriculum that is gaining national attention. As part of this, students take advantage of community partnerships, hold internships, study abroad and conduct independent research. The goal is to produce graduates fully prepared to meet the demands of todays highly competitive world. We encourage this in a number of ways. We have such strong business partnerships and a vibrant alumni network that any student who wants to complete an internship can do so. The popular 4-4-1 academic calendar allows students a three-week May term to participate in an intensive field experience/internship, or study abroad, or take a course on campus. Campus life is robust and engaged. There are more than 75 clubs and organizations. Simpsons athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III. The music, theatre and arts programs are nationally acclaimed, and participation is open to all students, not just majors. Serving others is part of Simpsons DNA and Simpson has been ranked highly as one of the nations top service-minded colleges. Simpson College is filled with student success stories. Let us help you find yours!

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