Bedroom Furniture & Bedding

• Twin XL bed frame and mattress for each resident
• Dresser for each resident
• Blinds for window

Study & Desk

• Desk (one per student; only provided in first-year buildings)
• Desk chair (one per student; only provided in first-year buildings)

Technology

• Wi-Fi router for campus Wi-Fi

Bathroom

• One shower curtain liner

These items are not included in your room, and everyone should bring them: 

Bedding & Bedroom

• Twin XL bedding
  • Sheets
  • Pillows
  • Pillowcases
  • Comforter
  • Blankets
• Hangers
• Laundry hamper
• Trash bin
• Trash bags

Bathroom & Shower

• Towels
• Bath mats
• Toilet paper
• Plunger
• Toilet bowl cleaner and scrubber
• Shower cleaner

Toiletries & Personal Care

• Shampoo and conditioner
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Body wash or body soap
• Hand sanitizer
• Face wash
• Skin care
• Brush or comb

Cleaning Supplies

• Soap
• Sponges
• All-purpose scrubber
• All-purpose cleaner
• Glass cleaner
• Microfiber towels
• Air fresheners
• Duster
• Dish soap

Laundry

• Liquid detergent or pod detergent
  • Powdered detergent is prohibited

Health & Safety

• First-aid kit
• Pain relief medication (e.g., acetaminophen or ibuprofen)
• Digestive aids (e.g., antacids or stomach relief medication)
• Allergy medication
• Cold and flu medication
• Bandages and blister pads
• Any prescription medications
• Small supply of commonly used personal medications

Electrical

• Surge protectors/power strips
  • Must have an on/off switch

Clothing Care

• Wrinkle-release spray
• Stain remover
• Lint roller
• Small sewing kit

Electronics & Technology

• Television
• Computer
• Printer (not wireless)
• Gaming systems
• Portable speakers
• HDMI cable(s)
• Charging cables for electronics
• Batteries

Bedding & Bedroom

• Mattress pad
• Fan(s)
• Under-bed storage (drawers, trunk, containers)
• Accent or supplemental lighting (non-halogen lamps or string lights)

Room Organization & Décor

• Blue painter's tape (to display items on the wall)
• Over-the-door hooks or drying rack
• Small toolbox

Bathroom

• Decorative shower curtain

Kitchen & Dining

• Approved Micro fridge
• Reusable utensils (forks, spoons, etc.)
• Reusable dishware (bowls, plates, etc.)

Health & Wellness

• Air purifier
• Tissues
• Insect repellent

Outdoor & Everyday Essentials

• Umbrella
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.)

The following items are not permitted in the residence halls:

Prohibited Lighting & Open Flame

• Candles and incense
• Halogen lamps/lights
• Sun lamps
• Lava lamps
• Hibachis
• Electric heaters
• Propane or butane equipment

Prohibited Appliances

• Toasters
• Toaster ovens
• Hot plates
• Electric skillets or grills
• Rice cookers
• Air fryers
• Microwaves (unless part of the approved Micro fridge)
• Refrigerators larger than 4.0 cubic feet

Prohibited Electrical Items

• Extension cords or multi-plugs

Prohibited Wall & Room Modifications

• Command strips (use blue painter's tape to hang things on the wall)
• Tape, pushpins, mounting putty or nails for walls
• Bed risers
• Bed extenders

Prohibited Printers & Electronics

• Wireless printers (bring a cord to connect your printer to your computer)

Prohibited Plumbing Modifications

• Items that alter plumbing, including:
  • Personal showerheads
  • Bidets
  • Shower filters
  • Other plumbing modifications

Prohbited Pets & Animals

• Pets/animals other than fish
  • Fish tanks are limited to a maximum of 10 gallons

Prohibited Weapons & Weapon Replicas

• All weapons, including:
  • Replicas
  • Cap guns
  • BB guns
  • Prop guns
  • Water guns
  • Knives with blades longer than 3 inches
  • Martial arts weaponry
  • Other weapons or weapon replicas

Prohibited Bathroom Items

• Flushable wipes

Note: White Mounting Putty is not allowed for hanging items on walls and it is recommended to use blue painter's tape instead. Students are not permitted to put holes in the wall to hang pictures, etc. Please be aware that popular “non-damaging” hooks and strips, such as Command strips, can still damage paint and walls.

Bedroom Furniture & Bedding

• Twin XL bed frame and mattress
• Dresser (one per student)
• Blinds for window

Study & Desk

• Desk (one per student; only provided in first-year buildings)
• Desk chair (one per student; only provided in first-year buildings)

Technology

• Wi-Fi router for campus Wi-Fi

Bathroom

• One shower curtain liner

For a specific list of furniture provided, visit the webpage for your specific building.

These items are not included in your room, and everyone should bring them: 

Bedding & Bedroom

• Twin XL bedding
  • Sheets
  • Pillows
  • Pillowcases
  • Comforter
  • Blankets
• Hangers
• Laundry hamper
• Trash bin
• Trash bags

Bathroom & Shower

• Towels
• Bath mats
• Toilet paper
• Plunger
• Toilet bowl cleaner and scrubber
• Shower cleaner

Toiletries & Personal Care

• Shampoo and conditioner
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Body wash or body soap
• Hand sanitizer
• Face wash
• Skin care
• Brush or comb

Cleaning Supplies

• Soap
• Sponges
• All-purpose scrubber
• All-purpose cleaner
• Glass cleaner
• Microfiber towels
• Air fresheners
• Duster
• Dish soap

Laundry

• Liquid detergent or pod detergent
  • Powdered detergent is prohibited

Health & Safety

• First-aid kit
• Pain relief medication (e.g., acetaminophen or ibuprofen)
• Digestive aids (e.g., antacids or stomach relief medication)
• Allergy medication
• Cold and flu medication
• Bandages and blister pads
• Any prescription medications
• Small supply of commonly used personal medications

Electrical

• Surge protectors/power strips
  • Must have an on/off switch

Furniture & Bedroom

• Desk and desk chair (applicable to Chapman Court, Chapman Grand, and The K)
• Mattress pad
• Fan(s)
• Under-bed storage (drawers, trunk, containers)
• Accent or supplemental lighting (non-halogen lamps or string lights)

Electronics & Technology

• Television
• Computer
• Printer (not wireless)
• Gaming system(s)
• Portable speakers
• HDMI cable(s)
• Charging cables for electronics
• Batteries

Room Organization & Décor

• Blue painter’s tape (to display items on the wall)
• Over-the-door hooks or drying rack
• Air fresheners
• Small toolbox

Bathroom

• Decorative shower curtain

Kitchen & Dining

• Kitchenware and cookware (pots, pans, spatulas, etc.)
• Reusable utensils (forks, spoons, etc.)
• Reusable dishware (bowls, plates, cups, etc.)
• Dishwashing supplies (dish soap, sponges, etc.)
• Air fryer
• Microwave (Davis and Harris apartments only)
• Paper towels

Health & Wellness

• Air purifier
• Tissues
• Insect repellent

Clothing Care

• Wrinkle-release spray
• Stain remover
• Lint roller
• Small sewing kit

Outdoor & Everyday Essentials

• Patio furniture
• Umbrella
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.)

Prohibited Lighting & Open Flame

• Candles
• Incense
• Halogen lamps

Prohibited Electrical

• Extension cords or multi-plugs
• Wireless printers (bring a cord to connect your printer to your computer)

Prohibited Appliances

• Pizza ovens with a flame
• BBQs
• Hot plates

Prohibited Walls & Furniture Modifications

• Command strips (use blue painter’s tape to hang things on the wall)
• Tape, pushpins, mounting putty or nails for walls
• Bed risers
• Bed extenders

Prohibted Pets & Animals

• Pets/animals other than fish (fish tanks are limited to a maximum of 10 gallons)

Prohibited Weapons

• All weapons, including:
  • Replicas
  • Cap guns
  • BB guns
  • Prop guns
  • Water guns
  • Knives with blades longer than 3 inches
  • Martial arts weaponry
  • Other weapons or weapon replicas

Prohibited Plumbing & Bathroom Modifications

• Personal showerheads
• Bidets
• Shower filters

Prohibted Bathroom items

• Flushable wipes

Note: White Mounting Putty is not allowed for hanging items on walls and it is recommended to use blue painter's tape instead. Students are not permitted to put holes in the wall to hang pictures, etc. Please be aware that popular “non-damaging” hooks and strips, such as Command strips, can still damage paint and walls.

Chapman University partners with an outside vendor, MicroFridge by Danby, to offer students a microwave fridge combination unit. MicroFridges with SafePlug technology are safe, Chapman-approved appliances that reduce energy consumption. Students can enjoy the convenience of having a microwave, mini-fridge, and freezer in their room. 

If you want to rent a MicroFridge, please visit https://microfridgebydanby.com/ to order your MicroFridge today.

To ensure a guaranteed delivery to your room before move-in, we must receive your order by August 1st. Late submissions of orders will result in a later delivery of the unit, or units may no longer be available.

Please note: more than one Microfridge is permitted in a room. If roommates are interested in sharing a MicroFridge unit, we encourage all roommates to have an open discussion to determine who will be both placing the order and paying for the MicroFridge. All Roommates should discuss how to split the payment amongst each other. 

Parking and Unloading During Move-In

Building managers will email residents specific instructions about unloading/parking information by around mid-August. Please follow all instructions in the email or you may experience delays during your check-in time.

In the meantime, please note:

• There is a 7’0” clearance in the parking structures. Vehicles not meeting the clearance will not be allowed to enter the parking structures. 
• Vehicles with storage on top of their cars cannot enter the Jim Miller Parking Structure or Sandhu Parking Structure. 
• Please note rental trucks such as U-Hauls, attached trailers, and storage pods will NOT be allowed.

Parking During the School Year

• Parking is available for all residents for FREE.
• You are required to register your vehicle with the Department of Public Safety and Transportation Services. Failure to do so may result in a parking citation and/or towing.
• For information on parking permits and designated parking areas, please visit the Parking and Transportation Services website or call (714) 997-6560 or (714) 997-6543.

• If you submit your ID card photo on time, we will have your ID printed and ready for pick-up at your building's check-in location. Your Chapman University, Student ID card, is used as your key card to access your room and residence hall buildings, including authorizing your use of a host of campus resources.  

• You may upload your Student ID photo if you still need to upload a photo. The deadline to submit your ID card photos is July 31st. 

• If your card is not printed due to late/no photo submission, you must take your photo and obtain your ID card before you check in on move-in day.

About meal plans

• Resident meal plans for first-year students
  Incoming first-year students will have a meal plan. The cost of the meal plan is already incorporated into the housing rate. Each meal plan is broken into two components: 

  • The “meals” portion refers to the number of meals assigned per week in the Randall Dining Commons. Our dining service is an all-you-care-to-eat arrangement open for set hours during the week and weekend. All meal swipes reset each week, on Friday, throughout the semester.

  • If students choose to change their meal plan, they may do so within the first 3 weeks of the semester by emailing reslife@chapman.edu.

  • Panther Bucks are assigned depending on which meal plan you select. Panther Bucks can be used at any retail dining locations in Argyros Forum, Beckman Hall, Simply to Go @ DMAC, Rotunda Café, and Starbucks. Present the student ID card and the purchase will be deducted from your Panther Buck total. If students want to deposit funds to their Panther Bucks balance, they can visit their eAccount or the Cashier’s Office in Bhathal Student Services.
• Commuter meal plans for continuing students
  • Continuing students are not required to have a meal plan
  • If continuing students would like a meal plan, they can purchase a commuter meal plan from the Chapman Dining webpage.
    

• There will be moving carts available to assist with moving. Moving carts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We have a limited amount so please be mindful of use. Limit one cart per student.

• Students can bring their own dolly/hand truck/cart to make moving into their space quicker.

Trash can be disposed of in designated trash rooms in your building. Please follow signage to locate the trash rooms.

• Orange campus:
  • Larger items should be disposed of in the dumpsters in the Sandhu Conference Lot. Please bring all trash to these locations on move-in day. Trash left outside of your apartment will not be picked up by custodial staff. 
  • Cardboard boxes should be broken down and disposed of in the recycling dumpsters in the Sandhu Conference Lot.
• Off-campus communities:
  • Larger items should be disposed of in the dumpsters in your community. Please bring all trash to these locations on move-in day. Trash left outside of your apartment will not be picked up by Custodial staff. 
  • Cardboard boxes should be broken down and disposed of in the recycling dumpsters.

• Walmart: 2300 N Tustin St, Orange, CA 92865
• Target: 2191 N Tustin St, Orange, CA 92865
• HomeGoods: 1500 E Village Way, Orange, CA 92865
• TJ Maxx: 1437 E Katella Ave, Orange, CA 92867
• Marshalls: 1621 W Katella Ave, Orange, CA 92867

• Albertsons: 940 N Tustin St, Orange, CA 92867
• Grocery Outlet: 1803 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92867
• Trader Joe's: 2114 N Tustin St, Orange, CA 92865
• Sprouts Farmer's Market: 1500 E Village Way, Orange, CA 92865
• Stater Bro's Markets: 1800 E Collins Ave, Orange, CA 92867
• Smart & Final: 1401 E Katella Ave, Orange, CA 92867
• Ralphs: 1435 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

• The Village at Orange (Target, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, HomeGoods, TJ Maxx)
• The Outlets at Orange (many outlet mall retailers)
• Old Town Orange (Local boutiques, antique shops, bookstores, coffee shops)
• MainPlace Mall (Macy's, JCPenny, H&M, many additional retailers)