Prospective Students

A Message from the Director

It is my pleasure to invite you to consider applying for entrance into the Chapman University Honors Program, which requires a separate application process. Applications are preferred by April 15,  but the entrance process continues after that date until the program is full.

The Honors Program is designed for academically talented and also intellectually curious students who want to pursue exacting studies in a wide range of enduring intellectual concerns that cross disciplines and cultures. The program therefore combines a flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum with small discussion-centered classes. 

The curriculum consists of Core courses in four main areas: Arts and Letters; Historical and Social Studies; Mathematics/Science/Technology; and, Philosophical and Religious Studies.  These courses are designed to foster mutually critical exchanges between the classics of human cultures and the contemporary world.  These courses may satisfy some major, minor, and general education requirements.  Honors students complete 8 Honors courses, with a minimum of one course in each of the four Core areas along with a senior capstone course. Honors students also participate in the intellectual community of the program.

The purpose of the Honors Program is to encourage continued intellectual development, nurture a lifelong love of learning, and prepare each student for a personally fulfilling and socially responsible life during their college years at Chapman and beyond.

Space in the program is limited and best serves students who approach their education in a mature and responsible manner. If the Honors Program appeals to you, I encourage you to complete our application, which is online.   Should you have any questions, please contact us at (714) 744-7646 or e-mail us at honors@chapman.edu.

Respectfully,

Carmichael C. Peters, Ph.D.
Director,  University Honors Program