Chapman University
Orange, CA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Orange, CA · Midsize city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 7,478 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1200–1400 · 25% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1160–1360 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 26–31 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 80% |
| First-year retention | 91% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $83,146 |
| Application fee | $70 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 15, 2027
- Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 15, 2027
Most popular majors: Business, Visual & performing arts, Communications, Psychology, Health professions & nursing.
Chapman campus map
On campus
Masson Beach Club, Chapman Stadium, Leatherby Libraries, Rinker Law Library, Hutton Sports Center.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Woody's Diner, BiG AL’S Pizzeria, Ostioneria Siete Mares
- Coffee: The Streamliner Lounge, The Lost Bean
- Nightlife: O' Hara Pub, 1886 Brewing Company
- Shops: Tiddlywinks Toys and Games, Matoska Trading Co, There's No Place Like Orange at The Squeeze
- Museums and culture: Orange Public Library, Hilbert Museum of California Art, Orange Senior Center
- Groceries: Food Mart
- Parks: Killefer Park, Plaza Square Park, Santa Fe Depot Park
Nearest train: Orange.