Music Degree

The music program at Simpson University prepares students to become a performing musician, music educator, composer, theorist, musicologist, or a professional in another musical field. The program focuses on learning to play music as well as music history, theory, and composition. Program courses include: performance, music history and literature, composition, music theory, arts management, and conducting. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer music degrees.

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Simpson University

Also known as Simpson College

2200 N Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA

Simpson University is a nonprofit private university that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Redding, California, in a predominantly rural area. The Christ and Missionary Alliance Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. About a thousand students enroll at Simpson University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Simpson College offers:

• Psychology
• Education
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The most common scores among students admitted to Simpson College are in the range of 20 - 26 for the ACT exam, or 1390 - 1730 on the SAT exam. 52% of students that apply are accepted to Simpson College, of which 72 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Simpson University Vanguards participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.simpsonu.edu to view additional information.

Career Options for Graduates

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Singers

Description

Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, singers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).