Chapman University

read moreCathery Yeh's excitement is palpable as she addresses the room full of K-12 educators at the Better Together: California Teachers Summit. Ranked #125 out of 399 top-tier universities in the country according to U.S. News & World Report, Chapman offers students personalized educational opportunities and a world-class faculty. And since Chapman is also one of the Top 50 Schools for Best Undergraduate Teaching, our students get more from all we have to offer. At Chapman, research isn't just an idea, it's a way of life.

read moreChapman's personalized education gives each student a unique opportunity to become an original thinker who rises to the world's challenges. We're here to make something: films, business models, lines of code—to bring them to life and deliver them to the world. Our inclusive, empowering community fosters creative thinking and expression of all perspectives. Chapman's campus is the perfect size—not too big, not too small—allowing for effective, innovative programs to be a focal point of our institution.

read moreBeginning with the class entering in spring 2021, Chapman University will adopt a test-optional admission policy. Learn more about the test-optional admission process. We have step-by-step application instructions for first-year and transfer students, as well as details on submitting your Creative Supplement, which is required for talent-based majors. Last year, Chapman invested over $120 million in our students, with more than 80% of undergraduates receiving some form of aid. The average award is around $29,000 per student.

read moreChapman University provides personalized and interdisciplinary educational experiences to highly qualified students. We offer more than 110 areas of study—options for nearly every interest and passion. We invite you to learn more and discover what's possible here. If you're a potential undergraduate student, just answer a few short questions and we'll create a custom digital viewbook for you. You'll be able to learn more about the college experiences and academic opportunities that matter to you — all in one place.

read moreChapman's graduate and credential programs are offered on our Orange and Irvine Campuses. To learn more about our Irvine-based programs, visit the Rinker Health Science Campus website. If you're in an undergraduate program at Chapman, you can start working on your master's degree while completing your bachelor's! In an Accelerated Graduate Program, you can complete your master's degree with only one additional year of coursework. Learn more about program options and how to apply. We'll send you updates on your application as they become available, and you can check your admission status in your Student Portal anytime.