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Location: Orange, California
Founded: 1861 (as Hesperian College)
President: James L. Doti, Ph.D., since 1991

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.

Vision Statement: Chapman University will be a preeminent university engaged in distinguished liberal arts and professional programs that are interconnected, reach beyond the boundaries of the classroom and work toward developing the whole person: the intellectual, social and spiritual dimensions of life.

COLLEGES AND PROGRAMS

  • George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics
  • Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
  • Wilkinson College of Letters and Sciences
  • Donald P. Kennedy Intercollegiate Athletics Program
  • School of Law
  • College of Performing Arts 
  • School of Education
  • University College
  • NATIONALLY ACCREDITED SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS

  • George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics
  • School of Law
  • Conservatory of Music
  • Food Science
  • Physical Therapy
  • Athletic Training
  • School Psychology
  • School of Education 
  • Learn more about our accreditation.

      CAMPUS AND VICINITY
      The beautiful residential campus, situated on 76 tree-lined acres, features a mixture of landmark historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities. It is located in the historic Old Towne district of Orange, near outstanding beaches, sports venues, Disneyland, and the world-class cultural offerings of Orange County and Los Angeles.

        NEW BUILDINGS/FACILITIES
        Marion Knott Studios, new home of the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, was completed in 2006. The $41 million, 76,000-square-foot building includes:

      • 500-seat Paul and Daranne Folino Theater
      • Digital Arts Center
      • Rose Hills Foundation Television and Broadcast Journalism Center

        Erin J. Lastinger Athletics Complex
        Completed in 2006:
      • Holly and David Wilson Field
      • Lastinger Parking Structure
      • McCardle Events Plaza

        To be completed in 2008:
      • Ernie Chapman Stadium
      • Aquatics Center
      • Frank E. & Mary Ann O'Bryan Aquatics Stadium
      • Zee Allred Olympic Pool
        • ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH CENTERS

        • A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research
        • Albert Schweitzer Institute
        • Barry and Phyllis Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education  
        • C. Larry Hoag Center for Real Estate and Finance
        • Center for Educational and Social Equity
        • Center for Environmental Research
        • Center for Global Trade and Development
        • Center for Land Resources
        • Center for Lawyering and Trial Advocacy
        • Center for Non-Profit Leadership
        • Institute for the Study of Media and the Public Interest
        • John Fowles Center for Creative Writing
        • Ludie and David C. Henley Social Science Research Laboratory
        • Paulo Freire Democratic Project
        • Ralph W. Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics
        • Roger C. Hobbs Institute for Real Estate, Law and Environmental Studies
        • Walter Schmid Center for International Business
          • CHAIRS AND PROFESSORSHIPS
            Since 1984, Chapman has established 44 endowed chairs and professorships that span the disciplines.  See complete list. 

            ACADEMIC YEAR
            Two semesters: fall and spring.  Interterm in January and summer sessions also available.

            HISTORY

          • 1861: Founded as Hesperian College in Woodland, CA
          • 1920s: Became California Christian College
          • 1934: Re-named Chapman College in honor of philanthropist Charles C. Chapman
          • 1954: Moved to present campus in the city of Orange, 35 miles south of L.A.
          • 1991: Chapman College became Chapman University

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            STUDENTS (Orange Campus)

            Total Enrollment: 5,732

          • Undergraduate  3,864
          • Graduate  1,303
          • Law  565
          • Men  41%
          • Women  59%
          • International Students  136
            • Off-Campus Study Options

            • Washington, D.C., semester internship program and a wide range of other off-campus internships.
            • Study Abroad programs in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the Americas.
              • Origins of Students 
                48 states plus District of Columbia
                37 countries

                DEGREES OFFERED
                B.A., B.F.A., B.M., B.S., Ed.S., J.D., LL.M., M.A., M.B.A., M.F.A., M.H.A., M.S., D.P.T., Ph.D.

                MAJORS
                Undergraduate: 45 majors with more than 60 areas of study
                Graduate: 28 programs with more than 30 areas of study

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                  FRESHMAN ADMISSION PROFILE
                  (Entering Fall 2006):

                • Number Applied: 5,202
                • Number Admitted: 2,716 (52%)
                • Number Enrolled:  1,191
                • Average SAT Score: 1818
                • STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
                  There are more than 60 registered student organizations on campus, ranging from social organizations to sports clubs, religious organizations to pre-professional and hobby groups.

                  ON-CAMPUS LIVING
                  Residence Halls: 5
                  On-Campus Apartment Buildings: 2

                  Approximately 37% of the Orange campus undergraduates live in university housing.

                  FINANCIAL AID PROFILE
                  Receiving Aid: 79%
                  Average Aid Package: $20,872

                  TOP FIVE UNDERGRADUATE FIELDS OF STUDY

                • Business Administration
                • Film and Television
                • Psychology
                • Liberal Studies
                • Public Relations and Advertising
                  • FACULTY
                    Total Faculty: 581
                    Full-time: 264
                    Part-time: 317

                    Full-time faculty holding Ph.D. or other terminal degree: 89%

                    Student-Faculty Ratio: 14:1

                    ALUMNI
                    Orange Campus: 23,798
                    Chapman University College: 53,707

                    FINANCES
                    Annual Operating Budget: $160 million
                    Endowment: $175 million

                    ATHLETICS

                  • NCAA Division III Independent
                  • 6 NCAA national championships (baseball, tennis and softball)
                  • 18 intercollegiate and three club sports
                    • Men's:
                      Baseball, Basketball, Crew*, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse*, Sailing*, Soccer, Swimming*, Tennis, Water Polo

                      Women's:
                      Basektball, Crew, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo

                      *Club sport

                      TEAM NAME
                      Panthers

                      UNIVERSITY COLORS
                      Cardinal and Gray

                      (All full-year statistics are from 2005-06, the most recent full year available, unless otherwise noted.)



                      CONTACT INFORMATION


                      Chapman University
                      One University Drive
                      Orange, CA 92886
                      (888) CU-APPLY or (714) 997-6815

                      Chapman Law School
                      One University Drive
                      Orange, CA 92886
                      (877) CHAPLAW or (714) 628-2500

                      Chapman University College
                      (866) CHAPMAN

                       

                      Chapman University College

                      Offering associate, undergraduate, graduate, credential and certificate programs for adult learners at campuses throughout California and Washington. 

                      Chapman University College, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866.

                      To reach the campus nearest you, call 866-CHAPMAN or visit www.chapman.edu/cuc.

                      Chapman University College Enrollment: More than 6,000 students per term.

                      Locations
                      California: Antelope Valley, Coachella Valley, Concord, Edwards AFB, Fairfield, Folsom, Hanford, Irvine, Lemoore NAS, Manhattan Beach, Modesto, Monterey, Moreno Valley, Ontario, Roseville, San Diego, Santa Maria, Travis AFB, Victor Valley, Visalia, Yuba City

                      Washington: Bangor, Ft. Lewis, McChord AFB, Whidbey Island

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