Undergraduate Student Outcomes

The Value of a Chapman Degree

We believe

We believe that your time in college is not just about the classes you take but also about the connections you make and how you prepare for life after graduation.

We embrace

We embrace opportunities to learn in concert with practice, whether that be through research, internships or industry activities. We work together to solve the problems that make us better thinkers, gain the values that make us better global citizens and join the teams that make us stronger.

Our time

Our time at Chapman is just the beginning of a lifelong journey as Panthers. Let's explore the first steps that our graduates take after crossing the graduation stage.

READY TO HIT THE GROUND RUNNING

Post-Graduation Outcomes

Chapman students cross the graduation stage and enter alumni life, ready to rise to the world's challenges in industry and academia alike. This data reflects the post-graduation pursuits of Chapman undergraduates six months after graduation, including employment, continuing education, entrepreneurship, volunteering and more.

Overall Outcomes*


Career Outcomes

Learn more about the Panthers who choose to work after earning their bachelor's degree at Chapman. 

Next Steps: Career Outcomes

Whether they dream of scientific breakthroughs or standing ovation performances, innovating business practices or helping someone heal. Chapman graduates are entering various industries ready to rise to real-world challenges. 

Meet Our Alumni


Where Do Chapman Graduates Work?

Sample Job Titles of Recent Graduates

Account Executive

Accountant

Audit Associate

Business Development Representative

Consultant

Data Analyst

Data Scientist

Engineer

Fellow

Financial Analyst

Graphic Designer

Investment Analyst

Marketing Manager

Medical Scribe

Paralegal

Physical Therapy Aide

Production Assistant

Project Manager

Recruiter

Reporter

Research Associate

Social Media Manager

Software Engineer

Teacher

From Intern to Professional

Hands-on, real-world experience, matched with extraordinary teaching, leads to meaningful careers in the industry.

67000 dollars is the average salary of the class of 2024

Graduate School Outcomes

Learn more about the Panthers who choose to continue their education after earning their bachelor's degree at Chapman.

NEXT STEPS: Graduate School Outcomes

For graduates seeking targeted career preparation, Chapman offers paths to advanced degrees that provide refined skills and knowledge in specific areas. Panthers continue their educational journeys in the arts, business, sciences and beyond.

Learn more about Research and Graduate Education.

Where Do Chapman Graduates Study?

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boston university
georgetown university
new york university
northwestern university
university of california los angeles
arizona state university
the chicago school of professional psychology
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Graduate Programs that Recent Graduates Pursue

Accounting

Biological Sciences

Biology

Business Administration

Chemistry

Clinical Psychology

Communication Management

Computational and Data Science

Computer Science

Creative Writing

Criminal Justice

Curriculum and Instruction

Data Science

Dentistry

Education

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

English

Food Science

Health and Strategic Communication

International Studies

Law

Marriage and Family Therapy
Medicine

Music Performance

Nursing

Physical Therapy

Physician Assistant Studies

Psychology

Real Estate

Social Work

Teaching

From Research to Mastery

Chapman uniquely encourages and invests in undergraduate research, positioning our graduates to excel in advanced degree programs.
$48m FY 2024 Research Expenditure Source: Chapman University Office of Research and Graduate Education

Chapman Network

In Orange County, across the United States and beyond, Chapman alumni are contributing to communities and industries as global citizens.

Chapman Network: Top Destinations

You can find 50K+ Chapman Panthers all over the world. Use this map to explore recent Chapman grads’ top destinations.

Connect with Fellow Alumni

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CHAPMAN NETWORK

An Innovation Hub

Orange County, California, is more than great weather and beaches. The ninth largest economy in the U.S. with a GDP of nearly $300 billion, Orange County is a hub for innovative industries, including software development, aerospace, scientific research, medical products and pharmaceutical development – not to mention the proximity of the Hollywood entertainment establishment.

Orange County, California, is more than great weather and beaches. The ninth largest economy in the U.S. with a GDP of nearly $300 billion, Orange County is a hub for innovative industries, including software development, aerospace, scientific research, medical products and pharmaceutical development – not to mention the proximity of the Hollywood entertainment establishment.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHTS

Real-World Impact

Chapman alumni know how to make an impact. Our graduates have gone on to hold pivotal positions in industry, government and nonprofit organizations around the world. Changing lives, shaping the future – the dynamic energy of our alumni continues to inspire greatness.

Sydni Au Hoy '22

From a BS in Biological Sciences and psychogenic non-epileptic seizures research to a physician.

Emily Frisch '16 (MA '17)

From a BS in Biological Sciences to a career in academic medicine focused on fertility.

Tyler Russell McCusker '11

From a BFA in Journalism to podcast production, distribution company founder and industry leader.

Dr. Alexa (Zeiger) Andraos, Pharm.D. '19

From the pharmacy school to lead pain management pharmacist at Cedars-Sinai.

Jim Byron '15

From a BS in Business Administration to OC-based nonprofit executive serving as president and CEO of the Richard Nixon Foundation.

Reverend Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano '99

From a BA in Religion and English Literature to senior pastor at Irvine United Congregational Church.

Dr. Jared T. Izumi (MA, Ed.S. '16)

From an MA in Educational Psychology and Ed.S. in School Psychology to assistant professor of school psychology at the University of Iowa.

Jennifer Bassage Bonfil '02

From a BFA in Dance Performance to a successful dance career and serving as the Dance Education & Curriculum Specialist at The Wooden Floor.

Katie Cornella (MMS '18)

From the Physician Assistant Studies program to a PA in cardiology at Orange County Heart Institute and St. Joseph's Hospital of Orange.

Kelly Galuska '06

From a BA in Screenwriting to co-creator and showrunner for Netflix's "Human Resources" and writer on season two of "The Bear" for FX/Hulu.

Dr. Tiffany Payton Jameson '96

From a BS in Computer Information Systems and Business Administration to an organizational psychologist focused on cognitive diversity.

Samantha Dorey (JD '11)

From Fowler Law to founding partner of Everett Dorey LLP, a full-service civil litigation firm.

Dean Anderson '86

From a BS in Biology and Chemistry to a successful 33-year laboratory career with Beckman Coulter.

* Knowledge Rate:

Class of 2021: 64% (knowledge of 1,111 undergraduates out of a total of 1,737) 
Class of 2022: 82.3% (knowledge of 1,541 undergraduates out of a total of 1,873) 
Class of 2023: 91% (knowledge of 1,676 undergraduates out of a total of 1,841) 
Class of 2024: 83.4% (knowledge of 1,453 undergraduates out of a total of 1,743)