CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
- One University Dr.
- Orange, CA 92866
- OPEID College Code: 00116400
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- General Phone: (714) 997-6815
- President: James L. Doti
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 6,398
- College Mascot: Panthers
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Chapman University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Religious Affiliation
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Website
- www.chapman.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of Chapman University is to provide personalized education of distinction that leads to inquiring, ethical and productive lives as global citizens.
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Chapman University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.chapman.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $55.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $55.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 2,490 | 3,669 | 6,159 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,368 (55%) | 2,100 (57%) | 3,468 (56%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 451 (33%) | 581 (28%) | 1,032 (30%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 788 | 76% |
| ACT ® Exam | 417 | 40% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 547 | 661 |
| SAT ® Math | 568 | 678 |
| SAT ® Writing | 557 | 671 |
| ACT ® Composite | 25 | 29 |
| ACT ® English | 25 | 31 |
| ACT ® Math | 24 | 29 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 83%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 53% | 13% | 13% | 79% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,019 | $6,230 | $9,376 | $17,253 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Number in Default | 62 | 74 | 62 |
| Number in Repayment | 3,282 | 3,363 | 4,417 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $36,764 | $34,716 | $32,622 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $36,764 | $34,716 | $32,622 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $36,764 | $34,716 | $32,622 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $12,832 | $11,315 | $11,880 |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $1,900 | $2,192 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,816 | $10,035 | $10,117 |
| Other Expenses | $3,508 | $3,338 | $3,270 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,508 | $3,338 | $3,270 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,796 | $49,031 | $47,794 |
| In-State | $52,796 | $49,031 | $47,794 |
| Out of State | $52,796 | $49,031 | $47,794 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,288 | $49,189 | $47,109 |
| In-State | $52,288 | $49,189 | $47,109 |
| Out of State | $52,288 | $49,189 | $47,109 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $41,472 | $39,154 | $36,992 |
| In-State | $41,472 | $39,154 | $36,992 |
| Out of State | $41,472 | $39,154 | $36,992 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 6,398 Undergraduate: 4,476 Graduate: 1,922
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,739 Female: 3,659
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,890 Female: 2,586
- Graduate Gender Male: 849 Female: 1,073
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,621 Part-Time: 777
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,264 Part-Time: 212
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,357 Part-Time: 565
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 225 | 4% |
| American Indian | 33 | 0.5% |
| Black | 139 | 2% |
| Asian | 642 | 10% |
| Hispanic | 630 | 10% |
| White | 3,788 | 59% |
| Unknown | 941 | 15% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 75 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,876 | 29% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,907 | 30% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,168 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 851 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 227 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 130 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 104 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 53 | 0.8% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.06% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,306 | 932 | 374 |
| Faculty Status | 646 | 349 | 297 |
| Tenured Faculty | 160 | 160 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 646 | 349 | 297 |
| Primarily Instruction | 646 | 349 | 297 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 175 | 169 | 6 |
| Other Professionals | 183 | 134 | 49 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 302 | 280 | 22 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 208 | 190 | 18 |
| Skilled Crafts | 22 | 22 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 28 | 28 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $98,048 (327) | $104,834 (204) | $86,793 (123) |
| Professor | $132,832 (103) | $137,033 (76) | $121,006 (27) |
| Associate Professor | $90,167 (99) | $93,151 (68) | $83,621 (31) |
| Assistant Professor | $76,620 (112) | $77,697 (53) | $75,653 (59) |
| Instructor | $67,092 (13) | $74,221 (7) | $58,775 (6) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $97,999 (18) | $98,381 (10) | $97,521 (8) |
| Professor | $125,761 (6) | $126,007 (5) | $124,530 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $90,950 (6) | $75,943 (4) | $120,963 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $79,743 (5) | $50,000 (1) | $87,179 (4) |
| Instructor | $65,000 (1) | - (-) | $65,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $97,116 (345) | $103,697 (214) | $86,366 (131) |
| Professor | $131,184 (109) | $134,938 (81) | $120,323 (28) |
| Associate Professor | $89,267 (105) | $91,428 (72) | $84,551 (33) |
| Assistant Professor | $76,134 (117) | $77,015 (54) | $75,379 (63) |
| Instructor | $66,099 (14) | $74,221 (7) | $57,976 (7) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 395 | 225 | 170 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 379 | 219 | 160 |
| Baseball | 30 | 30 | - |
| Basketball | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Football | 86 | 86 | - |
| Golf | 10 | 10 | - |
| Rowing | 13 | - | 13 |
| Soccer | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Softball | 24 | - | 24 |
| Swimming and Diving | 30 | - | 30 |
| Tennis | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 7 | - | 7 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Water Polo | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $32,819 | $24,072 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $8,166 | $5,522 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Football | 9 | 9 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 8 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Rowing | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming and Diving | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 87%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 25%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 73% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 67% |
| Female | 77% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 67% |
| American Indian | 75% |
| Black | 75% |
| Asian | 77% |
| Hispanic | 67% |
| White | 73% |
| Unknown | 71% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 53% |
| 5 Years | 69% |
| 6 Years | 73% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 17 | 4 |
| Liquor Related | 3 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 22 | 10 |
| Liquor Related | 3 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 2 |
| Burglary | 5 | 6 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
| Arson | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 2 |
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 20 | 35 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 3 |
| Arson | 5 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009