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Academics

With its “small school” setting and So-Cal vibe, it’s easy to see why students are charmed by Chapman. The university “truly emphasizes personal growth, campus involvement, and global citizenship,” factors that undergrads here appreciate. There’s also “great technology available” and a “gorgeous campus” to boot. Even better, “research and internship [opportunities]” abound. Chapman students also tend to rave about their “very engaging” professors, who make a concerted effort to “explain complex concepts in an understandable way.” As a health sciences major shares, “These teachers aren’t out to get you—they challenge you academically but are willing to help you if you’re stuck or confused.” It’s quite obvious that “they’re very dedicated and interested in the subject matters that they teach.” Most importantly, they strive “to build meaningful relationships with students.” And a biochemistry major boasts, “They offer so much help outside of the classroom and want to see you succeed. My overall academic experience has been wonderful.”

Student Body

When asked to describe their peers, many Chapman undergrads quickly resort to adjectives such as “affluent,” “Caucasian” and “attractive.” And while there is definitely some truth to that, these students also encompass far more. Yes, walking around campus you’ll also encounter individuals who are “kind, respectful, artistic, intelligent, and adventurous.” For the most part, Chapman undergrads are a “driven” lot as well. Fortunately, there’s not much cutthroat competition here. Indeed, we’re told that students “love to work together to understand the subject material.” A digital art and television product major explains further, “The mood of the student body is very collaborative. Everyone wants to socialize and be friendly and meet new people.” While students are generally “accepting [of] diversity,” they do tend to be “more conservative in political matters.” Lastly, a sociology major sums up her peers by stating, “No matter what the interest is, whether it be Greek life, community service, their major, or even their social life, [students here] are motivated to succeed in their endeavors.”

Campus Life

It’s nearly impossible to not lead a “full and engaging” life here at Chapman. After all, there’s simply too much of which to take advantage. To begin with, “the main campus provides concerts, plays, musical performances, art showings, and lectures, which are generally free for students.” Additionally, “Dodge Film School has movie screenings...sometimes of movies that haven’t come out yet.” Chapman hosts plenty of “cool events like ‘Yoga on the Lawn,’ a winter festival or a chili cook off” as well. And we’re also told that there’s “a very large Greek presence.” In fact, some undergrads insist that “Greek life can be instrumental in finding your group of friends.” When the weekend rolls around, “there are usually house parties or people go to the local bars.” However, many undergrads do complain that the parties tend to get shut down fairly early. Not surprisingly, students love attending school in Southern California. Chapman itself is located “right next to [Old Towne] Orange, which has many shops and restaurants where students love to walk around.” Beyond that, “you can go to Disney, the beach, the Angels stadium, Los Angeles, San Diego, or wherever else tickles your fancy.”

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Contact & Visit

Campus Visits Contact

Contact
Marcella Mejia-Martinez
Director of Undergraduate Admission

Address
Office of Admissions
1 University Dr
Orange, CA 92866

Phone
1-888-CU-APPLY

Email
admit@chapman.edu

Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus
Marion Knott Film Studios
Leatherby Libraries
Liberty Plaza
Beckman Hall
All-Faiths Chapel

Most Popular Places Off Campus
Old Towne Orange - Adjacent
Disneyland - 6 miles
Beaches - 15 miles
Mountain resorts - 43 miles
Los Angeles - 35 miles

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center
M-F
10-2
1-888-CU-APPLY

Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Academic Year
Times: weekdays at 10am and 2pm
Average Length: 2 hours

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews
Yes

Information Sessions
Available

Times
weekdays, seasonal

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Advance Notice
1 week

Contact Email Address for Visit
admit@chapman.edu

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Chapman's campus is "freeway close". Metro-link train station 2 blocks from campus. Amtrak station 2 miles. John Wayne (Santa Ana - SNA) Airport 8 miles. LA International (LAX) Airport 40 miles

Driving Instructions to Campus
Chapman's campus is two miles east of Interstate 5. Exit Chapman Avenue, go east to Orange Plaza traffic circle, then north on Glassell to campus.

Local Accommodations
numerous hotel/motel accommodations of all price ranges
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Admissions

Applicants: 14,198
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average HS GPA: 3.75






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