School Information

72.3
Total Enrollment 6,398
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 14 : 1

Chapman University

http://www.chapman.edu
One University Dr., Orange, California 92866
(714) 997-6815

Our mission is to provide innovative and accessible learning solutions that utilize expert knowledge and resources to empower global citizens in achieving personal and professional goals.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 6%
 
School Costs

At Chapman University, 83.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 77.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $17,950), and 51% receive loans ($6,951 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $12,832. Off campus it is around $10,816.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Chapman University is $29,102 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 6,159 people applied to Chapman University. Of the applicants, 56.0% were admitted (55.0% male & 57.0% female ) and 30.0% accepted (33.0% male and 28.0% female)

Of the 4,476 undergraduate students at Chapman University, 5.0% are part-time. A majority (96.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 29.0% of the 1,922 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     64.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     87.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     25.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     50.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     67.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     73.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline January 15
Admissions Office Phone 714-997-6711
Admissions Office Email admit@chapman.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admission, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866
Admissions Website http://www.chapman.edu/admission/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.chapman.edu/admission/applicationChoices.asp
Application Fee $55

In order to be accepted to Chapman University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • Formal demonstration of competencies
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Chapman University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 547
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 661
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 568
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 678
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 557
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 671
Chapman University ACT SCORES
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 25
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 29
ACT English (25th Percentile) 25
ACT English (75th Percentile) 31
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 29
ACT Writing (25th Percentile) 8
ACT Writing (75th Percentile) 10
 
Chapman University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 1
Near and Middle Eastern Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 21
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 6
Exercise Physiology 15
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 263 95
Accounting 24
Business Administration and Management, General 212 95
Business/Managerial Economics 13
Organizational Behavior Studies 14
Communication, journalism, and related programs 173
Advertising 1
Broadcast Journalism 31
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 73
Journalism 1
Organizational Communication, General 1
Public Relations/Image Management 66
Computer and information sciences and support services 10
Computer and Information Sciences, General 4
Computer Science 6
Education 14 102
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 22
Curriculum and Instruction 19
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 12
Elementary Education and Teaching 20
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 2
Music Teacher Education 12
Reading Teacher Education 1
Secondary Education and Teaching 10
Special Education and Teaching, General 18
English language and literature/letters 48 38
Creative Writing 26 20
English Language and Literature, General 22 18
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 12
French Language and Literature 5
German Language and Literature 2
Spanish Language and Literature 5
Health professions and related clinical sciences 18 26 37
Athletic Training/Trainer 11
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling 26
Music Therapy/Therapist 7
Physical Therapy/Therapist 37
History 14
American History (United States) 6
European History 8
Legal professions and studies 11 7 158
Law (LLB, JD) 158
Legal Studies, General 11
Tax Law/Taxation (LLM, JSD/SJD) 7
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 39
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 39
Mathematics and statistics 8
Mathematics, General 8
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 12 12
Biopsychology 3
Nutrition Sciences 4 12
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 5
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 2
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 1
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 1
Philosophy and religious studies 9
Philosophy 5
Religion/Religious Studies 4
Physical sciences 6
Chemistry, General 6
Psychology 49 40
Psychology, General 49
School Psychology 40
Public administration and social service professions 8
Social Work 8
Social sciences 59
Political Science and Government, General 37
Social Sciences, General 1
Sociology 21
Visual and performing arts 215 97
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 8
Art/Art Studies, General 6
Cinematography and Film/Video Production 93 49
Conducting 2
Dance, General 14
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 25
Film/Cinema Studies 3 5
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other 30
Fine/Studio Arts, General 9
Graphic Design 16
Music Performance, General 9
Music Theory and Composition 1
Music, General 3
Piano and Organ 1
Playwriting and Screenwriting 17 13
Voice and Opera 8
 
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