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, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of life.
The mission of Chapman University is to provide personalized education of distinction that leads to inquiring, ethical, and productive lives as global citizens.
The mission of Chapman University finds expression through the following central commitments:
Create stimulating learning environments for a diverse population on a residential campus in Orange, California, and at Brandman University academic campuses located throughout California and Washington.
Recruit and retain an outstanding faculty that cherishes teaching, research and creative activity as primary professional commitments, and that strives to build a creative intellectual community in which the inquiring life is exemplified by a shared commitment among students and faculty to the pursuit of knowledge.
Offer curricula that integrate liberal arts and professional learning in order to foster independent and critical thinking, effective communication, and an international perspective.
Create learning, living and working environments that foster diversity, multiple perspectives and the free exchange of ideas.
Affirm our openness to diverse religious, spiritual, political and ethical traditions, and our covenant with the Disciples of Christ.
Encourage the linkage between a life of learning and service, and vital interaction of the university with our wider communities.
Devote resources in a fiscally responsible manner to support outstanding teaching, scholarship and learning, and develop facilities that enhance the living and learning environments.
Chapman University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510/748–9001). Chapman University is also proud to have many of its programs nationally accredited. The business programs are accredited by AACSB: The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The music programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. The graduate program in physical therapy is accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. The athletic training education program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The juris doctorate has been granted accreditation by the American Bar Association. The school psychology program is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists. The marriage and family therapy program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy. The university’s teacher training and credential programs are approved by the California State Department of Education. The art program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. The dance program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. The theatre program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The communication sciences and disorder program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Chapman University is a member of the Independent Colleges of Southern California, the College Entrance Examination Board, the Western College Association, the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities, the American Council on Education, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, and the Division of Higher Education of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The School of Law is a member of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS).
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Chapman in the top tier of 128 western comprehensive colleges and universities for the last ten years. In student selectivity, Chapman ranks second, a direct tribute to the quality of our students. Recognizing Chapman’s focus on values and ethics, the university has been listed in the highly respected Templeton Guide: Colleges That Encourage Character Development. Recognition of the quality of a Chapman education is also reflected in that fact that since 1993 we have established more than 50 endowed chairs and professorships and have received grants from the nation’s most prestigious foundations. The media have recognized Chapman’s value as well: The Orange County Register has called Chapman “one of the hottest private schools in California,” and The Washington Post lists Chapman among the “hidden gems” in U.S. higher education.
Chapman is located in a quiet, residential area in the city of Orange, which was sixth in a recent ranking of the nation's safest cities. A blend of new and historic buildings offer students the latest educational and technological resources. The university has raised substantial funds to endow more than 50 professorships and chairs. Chapman recently opened the $21 million Lastinger Athletics Complex, which includes 2000-seat Ernie Chapman Stadium and the Allred Aquatics Center, as well as the George L. Argyros Global Citizen Plaza. The new 350-bed Sandhu Residence and Conference Center opened its doors in fall 2009. Chapman received a $25 million challenge gift in 2009 toward its next campus enhancement, a new 1,100-seat Performing Arts Center that will provide state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance space for Chapman's acclaimed music, theatre and dance programs.
A Chapman education focuses on the intellectual, the physical, social and spiritual dimensions of life. Unlike many schools of its size Chapman emphasizes a personalized approach to education. In addition a number of programs have received the highest level of national accreditation.
Firmly based on a liberal arts core, Chapman’s curriculum fosters independent and critical thinking, effective communication, and an international perspective. These principles provide students the educational foundation they need to succeed in all their endeavors.
Building on its liberal arts core, Chapman offers professional programs in business, communications, education, film and television, law, music, and more. Professional programs connect the intellectual to the practical, and integrate academic studies with realistic challenges.
Learning outside the classroom is vital. Chapman strives to provide experiences and inspiration necessary for a balanced life — a life of giving, inner growth and self–realization. Chapman offers a rich and varied range of activities and opportunities, tailored to help students explore their interests.
One of the most distinguishing aspects of a Chapman education is the ethical emphasis that underscores all academic and student life programs. Students are challenged to think, examine their values and prepare for their future considering how the world might be a better place, having lived.
For inquiry and the opportunity to learn more about Chapman’s vision of personalized education contact the Office of Admission noted below or explore Chapman’s Web site at www.chapman.edu.
Chapman University
One University Drive
Orange, California 92866 • 714/997–6711
Location: Orange, California
Organization: George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics, College of Educational Studies, Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, Wilkinson College of Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Law, College of Performing Arts, and Schmid College of Science and Technology.
First Classes: 1861 (as Hesperian College)
President: James L. Doti
Faculty: 368 full-time
Enrollment: 6,881
Affiliation: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Fields of study: More than 40
Annual Cost: Approximately $53,964 for tuition, room and board (double occupancy), books, supplies, and undergraduate student fees
Student Aid: More than 80 percent of students receive some sort of financial aid
Athletics: Member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. NCAA Division III
Women: basketball, cross country, crew, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo
Men: baseball, basketball, cross country, crew (club sport), football, golf, lacrosse (club sport), soccer, swimming and diving (club sport), tennis, water polo
Chapman University’s annual security and fire safety report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off–campus buildings owned or controlled by Chapman University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Chapman University — Office of Public Safety or by accessing the following Web site: www.chapman.edu/publicsafety/clery.asp.
The information within is accurate at the time of publication. Students are responsible for informing themselves of and satisfactorily meeting all requirements pertinent to their relationship with the university. Chapman reserves the right to make changes as circumstances demand with reference to admission, registration, tuition and fees, attendance, curriculum requirements, conduct, academic standing, candidacy, and graduation.
Chapman University admits qualified students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the institution. Chapman does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, and employment. The university recognizes that students with documented disabilities, such as mobility, sensory, health, psychological and learning disorders may need additional resources to enable successful completion of academic course work. Chapman will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to the extent that they do not compromise the integrity of any degree or certificate, do not fundamentally alter the nature of a program, or are unduly burdensome to the institution.