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Start with a simple question: What if? What if you're the next great American writer? What if you're the one who discovers a new source of energy? What if you're a future Academy Award™ winner? What if you revolutionize the business world? Then ask this question: Why not?
At Chapman University, opportunities for discovery abound. Immerse yourself in a variety of interests and discover how our faculty can guide you along the way.
No matter your program of study, Chapman provides hands-on education. Our students explore their fields in dynamic and exciting ways. Participation in travel courses, collaborative research projects and internships are highly encouraged. Experiential Learning »
Chapman University is known worldwide for its programs in film, music, theatre, dance and writing. But you'll also find remarkable creativity in our approach to business and economics, in our exploration of the sciences, and in our outlook on law and education. Creativity infuses everything we do.
London, Shanghai, Prague, Cape Town. Don't just go there; live there. Study or work there. Chapman University offers myriad internships, travel courses and study abroad programs in cities spanning the globe. Bring back what you learn and discover the impact you can make as a citizen of the world.
As one of California's oldest and most respected private universities, Chapman University welcomes remarkable students from throughout the U.S. and the world. Come experience an extraordinary education that helps prepare you to become a leader in your community, your career and the world.
Jennifer Keene, Ph.D., chair of Chapman's history department, appears as an expert on The History Channel's current hit series "America's Book of Secrets," which examines the "hidden stories" behind famous U.S. buildings, monuments and landmarks, from Arlington National Cemetery to the Washington Monument and Mt. Rushmore. Watch the episode »
Noted Watergate figure John Dean was the star of the Chapman University School of Law's "40th Anniversary of Watergate" Symposium, presented by the Law Review. He and other experts examined the sweeping reforms that followed the famous break-in and cover-up, which still continue to affect the legal and political arenas today. Read more »
Andrew Vo, 15, shares thoughts about his Chapman experience so far: get involved, bring snacks, "no regrets"! Read more »
Tom Zoellner, associate professor of English and author of A Safeway in Arizona: What the Gabrielle Giffords Shooting Tells Us About the Grand Canyon State and Life in America, has published an opinion piece for CNN about Rep. Giffords' recent decision to step down from Congress to focus on her recovery. Prof. Zoellner has also recently published on the same topic in Newsweek and the Los Angeles Times.
In a decaying Bible-belt town, a murder trial takes place. Everyone knows who's guilty - but no one knows why. In this award-winning Off-Broadway play by Lanford Wilson, the everyday events of a small town in Missouri weave together into a dramatically compelling evening in the theatre. On Feb. 16-18 and 23-25, 7:30 p.m., with an additional show Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 714-997-6812 or purchase online.