Marshallville, GA - A dual enrollment opportunity at South Georgia Technical College helped launch Marshallville native Chance Simpson on an extraordinary academic and professional journey that continues to reach new heights.
Simpson, a former Macon County High School student, earned his associate of applied science degree in Computer Networking Support from South Georgia Technical College before even receiving his high school diploma. By beginning dual enrollment classes during his sophomore year of high school, Simpson accelerated his education and positioned himself for national recognition and success.
His academic achievements opened the door to one of the nation’s most prestigious universities when he earned a full academic scholarship to the Johns Hopkins University School of Engineering. The scholarship was valued at more than $79,000 per year, and Simpson was among a select group of students admitted through the university’s highly competitive Early Decision II process.
At Johns Hopkins, Simpson has continued to excel academically and professionally including making the Dean’s List this past semester. He has pursued studies in computer science and engineering while also gaining valuable hands-on experience through internships and student employment opportunities. His accomplishments have now led him to an internship in the Washington, D.C. office of U.S. Congressman Sanford Bishop Jr. in the United States House of Representatives.
“Chance is at the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. with the U.S. House of Representatives working as a congressional intern for Congressman Sanford Bishop (GA-02) this summer,” said Ronald Simpson, Chance’s father. “Getting a firsthand look at how laws are made on the Hill is the perfect start for his future career. This experience will help him understand how the government functions from the inside and how those decisions eventually impact the business world.”
Simpson’s success story highlights the life-changing impact of dual enrollment and technical college education. What began as a high school student taking college classes close to home has evolved into a remarkable path that includes graduating from college before high school, earning a scholarship to an elite university, and serving in a congressional internship.
His SGTC education also helped him to secure his first job at Johns Hopkins University as a Computer Lab Assistant while he continued his education. He later had the opportunity to land a pre-internship at JP Morgan Chase & Company in their Career.ed You Academy Program as a Software Engineer.
With his second college graduation within sight, Chance plans to transition into the global capital markets, specifically pursuing a career in Sales and Trading with Investment Banking. “He is still passionate about entrepreneurship and wants to build his credentials, establish his reputation, and gain institutional credibility and connections through his work experience,” explained his father. “His ultimate goal is to launch his own firm to launch a strategic advisory firm or a micro-VC fund to identify scaling startups, structure strategic growth partnerships, and position young companies for institutional capital rounds.”
Throughout his journey, Simpson has credited the instructors and staff at South Georgia Technical College for helping him build the strong academic foundation and time-management skills necessary for success. He often encouraged other students to pursue their passions, believe in themselves, and take advantage of educational opportunities available through dual enrollment.
South Georgia Technical College officials say Simpson represents the very best of what dual enrollment can offer students across the region — an opportunity to earn college credentials early, reduce the cost of higher education, and prepare for outstanding careers and leadership opportunities.
From Marshallville to Johns Hopkins and now Capitol Hill, Chance Simpson continues to demonstrate how determination, education, and opportunity can create a future without limits. He is expected to graduate from Johns Hopkins University in the fall of this year.
Chance is the son of Ronald B. Simpson and Kesha Simpson of Macon County and they are very proud of his accomplishments so far and are his biggest supporters.