Chapman University

Chapman Overview

Chapman University (Chapman) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Orange, CA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The Chapman's tuition & fees is $64,984 for the academic year 2024-2025. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $31,523.

The school has a total enrollment of 9,760 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).

Chapman's acceptance rate is 65.43% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.94%. The median SAT score is 1350 and the ACT score is 30.

Chapman ranked 16^th in California Colleges rankings. Chapman University is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Chapman University is $64,984. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $39,868.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $67,261 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $41,173.

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2024-25 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$64,984
Graduate	$39,868

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)

2025-26 Estimation

Undergraduate	$67,261
Graduate	$41,173

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Acceptance Rate »	65.43% Acceptance Rate / 15.94% Yield
Test Scores »	1,350 SAT / 30 ACT
Graduation Rate »	82%
Retention Rate	92%(full-time), 60% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »	9,760 (7,713 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$31,523

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Chapman University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Chapman
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	Army, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	No
On-campus day care for students' children	No

Address	One University Dr., Orange, CA 92866
Phone	714-997-6815
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Disability Service	Disability Services
School Type	four-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie Category	R2 Universities
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree

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