» Frequently Asked Questions

The University has made a commitment to house at least 50% of our undergraduate student population on campus and accomplished that goal in Fall 2019. Chapman now requires that all freshman and sophomores live in Chapman-owned housing.

Here are a few student housing projects that are helping us meet this goal: 

The K: Located at the northwest corner of the intersection of West Palm Avenue and North Cypress Street, this 400+ bed facility opened in fall 2019. The design by the architectural firm Togawa Smith Martin, Inc. echoes the industrial character of the historic area.

Panther Village: The University recently purchased vacant land adjacent to Panther Village, located on West Chapman Avenue near Interstate 5. The University is planning on adding a parking lot to the land. By providing additional on-site parking, students will be able to avoid driving to campus and the capacity will be increased by 120%. 

Chapman Grand: The University recently purchased an apartment building in Anaheim and renovated it into student housing. There are 900 student beds available at this facility.

Chapman University maintains a close working relationship with city officials and law enforcement to ensure that communication is strong within our surrounding community. As such, we recommend the following contacts:

Emergencies: 911

Please call the Orange Police Department dispatch at (714) 744-7444 for non-emergency issues where an immediate response is needed, such as a loud and unruly party.

For issues concerning inoperable vehicles or poor property maintenance (on private property), you may make an anonymous call to the City of Orange Code Enforcement team at (714) 744-5555.

To make a report of issues with trash cans or debris being left on public property (sidewalks, streets), etc., please call the Department of Public Works at (714) 532-6493

Finally, regarding concerns about student behavior (parking, a pattern of chronic disturbances, etc.), please contact the Office of Community Relations.

Protocols are in place for students who violate the University's student code of conduct policy.

While the results of disciplinary cases regarding a specific individual are confidential, students found in violation of the student conduct code may be required to attend classes on being a good neighbor, ordered to pay a fine, or in the most serious of cases, suspension or expulsion may be issued.

Chapman University's student code of conduct policy is available in full through the Student Affairs website.

All students, faculty, staff, and visitors are required to park in lots and structures on campus, and must have a permit to do so. Special exceptions are in place for those who have indicated that they utilize an alternative method of transportation, such as walking, bicycle, or train. Click here to read our full parking policy.

Please note: Temporary "A" permit parking passes (typically in yellow or blue) are not Chapman University parking passes, but are issued through the City of Orange. Please call Orange Police Department's parking enforcement team at (714) 744-7444 with any questions. 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parking is currently free for all Chapman affiliates.

We recognize and acknowledge the fact that our campus is located within a unique and historic residential district, and as such, not all neighboring streets are approved for commercial vehicle use.

All buses--including admissions tours, visiting athletics teams, and performing arts set-up crews--must load and unload in the properly marked loading zone on Glassell Street, just west of the Musco Center.

Additionally, bus drivers who must temporarily park to wait for their passengers are advised to do so in the University-owned Palm Avenue parking lot. 

You may view more information on our Bus Driving Directions page. 

Yes! Our on-campus restaurants are open to the surrounding communities. Currently available restaurants include:

• Starbucks
• Qdoba Mexican Grill
• SubConnection
• Einstein Bros. Bagels
• Jamba Juice

Hours vary, so please check each individual restaurant's website for additional details. View a campus map of our eateries.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on-campus restaurants are currently closed until further notice.  

The newly opened Erin J. Anderson Tennis Center is open to the community during select hours of the academic school year.

• Fall Semester: Monday 8am-12pm & Wednesday 5pm-8pm
• Spring Semester: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8am-12pm
• Summer: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:30am-12:30pm

While the facility is closed on weekends for men's and women's team matches, please feel free to come out and support your Panthers! Attendance is always free to the public. 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Erin J. Anderson Tennis Center's Fall hours are as follows: 

• Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8am-12pm

Details on current construction projects can be found on the Campus Planning website.