»Frequently Asked Questions for International Students

Chapman accepts international transfer applicants from both the U.S. and abroad. Visit our Transfer Student information webpage to learn more about transferring.

If you are going to attend college in the United States, we recommend you schedule a virtual transfer advising appointment. To schedule a virtual advising appointment, email us at transfers@chapman.edu.

International students are eligible for merit and need-based scholarships:

• First-year applicants are eligible for merit-based scholarships of up to $42,000 per year.
• Transfer applicants are eligible for merit-based scholarships of up to $16,000 per year.

Chapman offers limited need-based aid of up to $15,000 per year for international applicants.

Merit scholarships are based primarily on a student’s grades and test scores; additional achievements may also be considered. Merit-based scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Admission Committee. Additional scholarships are available through individual departments. 

If you have questions about funding your Chapman education, contact admission@chapman.edu.

• Use your legal (passport) name on all admission documents, including your standardized test scores. This will allow the Office of Admission to match all necessary documents to your file.
• Be aware of all application deadlines and requirements, and be sure that everything is submitted on time. Check your Application Status Page to view missing requirements.
• Regularly check the email account listed in your application for important updates from the Office of Admission.
• Review our Application Tips.

All applicants who are non-native English speakers must submit proof of English proficiency. 

Our minimum English undergraduate requirements for undergraduate students are:

• TOEFL:  4.5 for exams taken after January 21, 2026 (and an 80 with balanced sub scores for exams taken on or before January 20, 2026)
• IELTS: a 6.5 (with balanced sub scores)
• Duolingo English Test: 120
• SAT English: 600
• ACT English: 24

Applicants in the Cambridge, IB, or American-patterned curriculums are eligible for an English proficiency waiver.

Transfer students who are completing university coursework in the U.S. must have completed a transferable English course in a traditional classroom setting. Online English courses will not satisfy this requirement.

Chapman does not offer English Conditional Admission.

Chapman requires official transcripts directly from the issuing institution. Official transcripts may be emailed directly from the issuing institution to admission@chapman.edu.

They can also be sent to the following address:

Chapman University
Office of Admission
One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
USA

Transcripts sent by mail must be in sealed envelopes.

Applicants from Chinese institutions should request and submit official transcripts directly through the China Higher Education Higher Student Information and Career Center. Requests are processed by CHESICC and will be sent electronically to Chapman’s admission office. You will not need to submit a paper copy with your transcript.