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Chapman University

Orange, CAPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 65% Acceptance
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65%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$46,555
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
7.5K
Students
Medium campus body
$58,080
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Chapman University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Orange, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 7.5K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 65%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
7.5K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
65% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading630 - 720
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math630 - 720
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite28 - 31
1typical 50% range36
65%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing30% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Health Sciences4% of degrees
Biological Sciences4% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $153,718
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $121,592
Earnings 5yr: $120,720
Debt: N/A
Law.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $119,002
Earnings 5yr: $115,598
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $112,780
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,109
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $107,808
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,147
Earnings 5yr: $107,442
Debt: $21,250
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,733
Earnings 5yr: $100,597
Debt: N/A
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,016
Earnings 5yr: $80,944
Debt: N/A
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $86,167
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business/Managerial Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,978
Earnings 5yr: $89,309
Debt: $22,977
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,482
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,378
Earnings 5yr: $98,104
Debt: $20,500
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,030
Earnings 5yr: $69,788
Debt: N/A
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,239
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,139
Earnings 5yr: $75,336
Debt: $22,625
Journalism.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,135
Earnings 5yr: $69,171
Debt: $22,500
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,121
Earnings 5yr: $77,615
Debt: $23,000
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $77,174
Earnings 5yr: $78,008
Debt: N/A
Business/Corporate Communications.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,412
Earnings 5yr: $78,721
Debt: $18,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $75,108
Earnings 5yr: $45,196
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$46,555
In-State Tuition$64,984
Out-of-State Tuition$64,984
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

19%
Pell Grants
60%
Take Loans
68%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$58,080
+21% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$70,070

Completion Signals

82%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
92%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$192/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

39%
Men
61%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 39% men and 61% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
18%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$105,779
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