Chapman University Admissions 2022: Requirements, Fee Details & FAQs ,City of Orange,USA

Chapman University is a notable private university located in California, United States. It was first founded as a Hesperian college. The university got its accreditation for senior colleges and universities by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The one thing that Chapman specializes in is equality: providing quality education to people of all ethnicities and faiths. In 2019, Chapman earned a Carnegie Classification of R2: Doctoral Universities with High Research Activity.

The university campus comprises hi-tech laboratories of various fields, libraries, studios, computer centers, and seminar halls. The university offers exchange, study abroad programs, and international internship programs.

Chapman’s student to faculty ratio is 12:1, and Students can learn from the distinguished professors that include Nobel Prize winners, MacArthur fellows, published authors, and Academy Award winners. Students can benefit from the Chapman Alumnus that leads you to shape your career and improve your networks worldwide. Students can also participate in NCAA inter-college sports tournaments and intramural sports.

Courses Offered

What are the courses available to international students?

Chapman University offers various courses for international students, including 65 bachelors, 57 minor, 17 accelerated and bridge, 53 master, and six doctoral programs taught by 11 different schools and colleges.

Only two graduate programs at Chapman do not accept international students. These are:

1. MMS in Physician Assistant Studies
2. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Apart from these courses, international students may find their dream course in either of the following specializations:

Eligibility & Documents Required

What are the eligibility requirements?

Before applying to the undergraduate and graduate programs at Chapman, international students need to meet the following eligibility requirements:

Undergraduate Courses Eligibility

1. Education – International undergraduates must provide proof of their 12^th grade in relevant subjects from a recognized board of education.

2. Standardized Exams – Qualifying test scores vary for different graduate programs, such as:

• Some courses require either SAT or ACT scores
• There is no minimum score requirement for SAT and ACT communicated by the university but higher scores strengthen the application

3. English – International students whose English is not their first language need to provide either of the following test scores to prove their language proficiency:

English Proficiency	Test Scores
TOEFL	Internet-based: 80 Revised paper-based test: 20
IELTS	Academic: 6.5
DET	115
SAT	Evidence-based Reading and Writing - 600
ACT	English and Reading - 24

Note: PTE Academic is accepted only for graduate courses, not for undergraduate courses.

Graduate Courses Eligibility

1. Education – International graduates must provide proof of their 3-4 year bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university.

2. Standardized Exams – Qualifying standardized test scores vary for different graduate programs, such as:

• Some of the MBA, MS, and PhD programs require GRE or GMAT scores
• There is no minimum score requirement for GRE and GMAT communicated by the university but higher scores strengthen the application

3. English – Refer to the English requirements for graduates given below:

Programs	TOEFL (Internet-based)	IELTS
Dodge College and PhD programs	100	7.0
MBA and MS in Accounting	87	7.0
Other MA or MS programs	80	6.5
Programs	Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)	Cambridge English Advanced Exam (CAE)
Dodge College and PhD programs	68	Level 1
MBA and MS in Accounting	59	Level 1
Other MA or MS programs	53	Level C1

Note: The testing service should send the official test scores directly to the university.

Also, note that some of the courses may have higher score requirements. Please refer to the intended course page on the university website to check the exact limit on each course.

What are the documents required for the application?

International applicants must submit official copies of academic records from all secondary or pre-university programs, colleges, and universities attended. These documents are:

Undergraduate Programs

• The academic records are directly sent from their respective schools.
• All the records must be in the native language, accompanied by a certified English translation if the native language is not English.
• The external examination results or predicted results are required. Examples: expected IB results, Indian board exam results, GCSE/IGCSE results, indicated A-levels, Australian ATAR, etc.
• The transcripts do not require external evaluations, because Chapman University internally evaluates them.

Graduate Programs

• The applicant needs to submit the official transcripts along with the application. Applicants using the general application to apply for the programs must submit the transcripts from all your colleges/universities attended. The official transcript has to be submitted in a sealed envelope taken from your college/university.
• Applicants using a CAS application have to submit their transcripts through CAS. You have to submit the transcripts to Chapman if requested by the department only.
• The unofficial copies are used for evaluation and review purposes. Once you are admitted, your institute should send the official documents to the university.

Common Application Documents

1. Recommendation Letters

Graduate programs require a minimum of two recommendation letters. Some of the programs might expect recommendations from particular sources.

2. Statement of Intent and Resume

Applicants have to check your program's specific requirements regarding a resume or student CV and Statement of Intent or SOP.

3. International Supplement Form

All international students of all visa types have to submit a completed International Student Supplement Form.

• This form helps Chapman know about your country or countries of citizenship, current and anticipated visa status, and passport information.
• If you require an I-20, this is the first step to obtaining a student visa. Upon your admission to the university, this form will be available in your Application Status Portal.
• If you have applied using a CAS application, use this form.
• You will be requested to submit a photocopy of your passport, and evidence of available funds along with the form.

Note: All the official test scores should be directly sent to the university by the testing service/agency.

Also, note that document requirements may vary with different programs. To check the exact requirements, please refer to the intended course page on the university website.

Application & Tuition Fees

Is there any application fees?

International applicants have to pay the application fees for the university to process the application.

Undergraduate Programs

All the applicants must pay a non-refundable amount of USD 70 through the Common Application.

Graduate Programs

Applicants must pay a non-refundable amount of USD 60 for a general Chapman application through the online application system. Applicants submitting through the CAS application have to pay the CAS application fee.

What is the fee structure of courses offered by the university?

Given below are the estimated costs of annual tuition fees for international students at Chapman University for the academic year 2021-2022:

Source: Chapman University

Note: Tuition fees might be different for different courses and majors. Additionally, the overall cost of the study is likely to include additional charges such as books, supplies, health insurance, student fees, living expenses, and miscellaneous expenses. University reserves all rights to revise the tuition fee before a new academic session. To learn about the latest course fees, it is recommended to check the university website.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Is there any scholarship or financial aid available for international students?

International students are qualified to receive merit and need-based scholarships.

Undergraduate Awards

Merit scholarships are based primarily on students' grades and test scores. They may also consider other achievements submitted by the students.

Scholarship Type	Annual Award Value
Merit-based scholarships	USD 32,000
Need-based aid (limited)	USD 15,000

Graduate Awards

• Merit-based program scholarships are available to qualified international students. These are awarded based upon the competitiveness of the application and the Department Committee's discretion.
• International students are eligible for departmental scholarships and fellowships.
• Chapman does not offer need-based aid for international graduate applicants.
• International students do not qualify for federal loans.

Note: Scholarship deadlines and amounts may vary. For more details on the scholarship application process and deadlines, please visit the university’s scholarship webpage.

Admission Process

When do the admissions start?

At Chapman, international undergraduates may apply as per admission intakes while graduates need to apply as per specific course/school’s deadlines. Undergraduate may apply in Fall and Spring Intakes and graduates may apply in Fall, Spring, and Summer Intakes depending upon the opening of the application window in a particular department.

Refer to the tentative deadlines given below:

School	Course/Intakes – Deadline Type	Application Deadlines*
Undergraduate Programs – Intakes and Deadlines
All schools and departments	Spring – Regular Deadline	Mid-October
	Fall – Early Action	Early November
	Fall – Regular Decision	Mid-January
Graduate Programs – Schools, Intakes, and Deadlines
School of Communication	Fall – Early Decision	Mid-January
	Summer – Regular Decision	Mid-April
School of Pharmacy	Summer – Regular Decision	June-end
Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences	Fall – Priority Deadline	Early February
Schmid College of Science and Technology	Fall (for some courses) – Priority Deadline	Early February
	Fall (for other courses) – Priority Deadline	Mid-January
	Fall (for some courses) – Regular Deadline	Early May
	Fall (for other courses) – Regular Deadline	Early May
Attallah College of Educational Studies	Summer – Priority Deadline	Early February
	Fall – Priority Deadline	Early February
	Fall – Regular Deadline	Early April
Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences	Summer – Regular Deadline	Mid-October
	Fall – Regular Deadline	Mid-January Early February March-end
	Spring – Regular Deadline	Early August
Argyros School of Business and Economics	Executive and Flexible MBA – Early Action	Early March
	Full-time MBA – Early Action	Early October
	Other MS programs – Early Action	Early October
	Executive and Flexible MBA – Regular Decision	Early June
	Full-time MBA – Regular Decision	Early June
	Other MS programs – Regular Decision	Early June

*Deadlines are subject to change with progressive years. To receive the latest information on the exact starting dates and deadlines, please visit the university’s admission deadlines webpage.

What are the steps to an undergraduate application?

The applicants should follow the steps below to apply as a first-year student to Chapman University. You have to submit the university's required documents along with the application.

Step 1: Submit the Application through Common App

• Create an account on the Common App at apply.commonapp.org/createaccount or log in to the account if you are a returning user. Upon login to the account, you have to fill in all the necessary fields. Along with the application, you have to answer the Chapman University questions. The questions are based on your major choice, activities, about Chapman, and others.
• If the applicants choose to review their SAT and ACT scores and the application, you have to submit the scores through the Common App Testing section.

Step 2: Submit a recommendation letter

You have to request a letter of recommendation through the recommender section from one of your lecturers at your school.

Step 3: Submit official transcripts

You have to ask your high school official to submit the transcripts from each high school you attended in this step. Along with the transcripts, you are requested to submit if you have taken any coursework during your high school to Chapman.

Step 4: Submit the school report form

There is a School Report form in the Common App that has to be submitted by your school official.

Step 5: Pay the application fee

In the next step, you have to pay the non-refundable application fee. International students are not eligible for the application fee waiver.

Step 6: Submit English proficiency test scores

International students should submit proof of English proficiency scores. You have to apply after uploading all the test scores, transcripts, and all other required documents.

Step 7: Submit International Supplement Form

The international supplement form is available after submitting your application. You can access the form on the Application Status page.

What are the steps to a postgraduate application?

Most graduate programs use the General application, but some of the programs use the External application. The general application is for post-baccalaureate and graduate applicants only. Let us discuss both methods separately:

Method 1: General Application

Step 1: Apply through Chapman University Application Portal

Students can access the general application through Chapman University Application Portal. Create or login to create a Graduate Chapman Application below:

Step 2: Create a New Application

Now, you will have the option to start a new application or return to a previously created application.

Here, select ‘Graduate’ from the drop-down menu for master’s, PhD, and credential programs, as well as the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Step 3: After selecting the application type, you can see the general instructions regarding the application in the next window. Go through the guidelines and click ‘Continue’.

Step 4: In the further steps, you have to upload all the information and documents regarding your personal information, academic history, statement of intent, resume, test scores, and recommendation letters.

Step 5: After filling the application form, you have to sign and submit the form.

Method 2: External Application

Courses	Portals
Communication Sciences and Disorders	CSDCAS
Doctor of Physical Therapy	PTCAS
Fowler School of Law (JD and LLM)	LSAC
Pharmaceutical Sciences	PharmGrad
MMS Physician Assistant Studies	CASPA

Graduate Admission Interview

Full-Time MBA and Executive MBA applicants are required to complete an interview. Chapman hosts interviews on-campus and coordinates online interviews on a case-by-case basis.

In this context, you might want to refer to:

• Prep Guide to Crack MBA Interview for US B-Schools
• Common College Interview Questions

When will I hear from the university after I submit my application?

Like applications, admission decisions are announced online.

Graduate Decisions

For graduate programs, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadline. You can check your application status online through the graduate application portal or CAS application portal based on the program.

Undergraduate Decisions

For undergraduate programs, refer to the tentative decision timelines:

Application Type	Decision Notification*
Early Action	Late December
Early Decision	Late December
Regular Decision	Mid-March

*Timelines are subject to change with progressive years. To receive the latest information on the exact starting dates and deadlines, please visit the university’s admission deadlines webpage.

Student Diversity & Preferred Profile

How difficult is it to get an admission? What is the acceptance rate of the university?

Every application is reviewed holistically and all application requirements are taken into consideration. Refer to the information below to get an idea of the difficulty level and acceptance:

• The class profile of incoming first-year students is 3.79 GPA and the average range of SAT scores is 1200-1370
• The students entering the Law College have the 75th percentile of UGPA/LAST 3.66 and 160
• The students’ average GMAT score for MBA programs is 600-710

The acceptance rate for international undergraduate students is 40%, and the overall acceptance rate of the university is 55.7%.

How many Indian/international students are studying at the university?

Chapman University is home to several international students. At present, 550 international students are enrolled in graduate programs. The university has a total of 20,000, including 598 international students. Out of 10,000 students, 7,656 are undergraduates and 2,345 graduate students.

Source: Chapman University

Out of the total undergraduate students, 6% come from over 80 countries, including Canada, China, France, India, Japan, UK, and others.

Part Time Work While Studying

Can I study while working here?

International students are allotted to work on-campus for up to 19 hours per week. The job may provide you with a small amount, but will not cover the tuition, living expenses, or fees.

On-Campus

On-campus student employment can be of two types:

• Regular student employment (non-work study)
• Federal Work-Study (need-based financial aid)

International Students are permitted to work as regular non-work-study student employees on-campus and university-funded employment. For this, they must be enrolled in, at least, half-time with an F-1 Visa status. I-20 must be valid and current to maintain or seek on-campus student employment.

Off-Campus

Depending on the type of visa, international students may have some exceptions for working off-campus. If you have completed your first year on an F-1 visa, you can work off-campus at an internship related to your major.

Graduate Assistantships

If you are accepted as a graduate student at Chapman, you are eligible for a graduate assistantship in student affairs. As a part of this, you can work within various academic student organizations. You will receive professional development, memberships, and financial assistance to attend local/regional conferences.

Note: For more details, students can check the on and off-campus opportunities on the university website. Also, refer to the USA Study Visa Guide and F1 Visa Guide.

Campuses & Accommodation

How many colleges and campuses does the university have?

Chapman University has two campuses:

It further has 11 different schools/colleges. All colleges offer graduate programs except the schools of Law and Engineering. Every campus and school under Chapman is international.

Is on-campus housing available? How much does it cost?

At Chapman, on-Campus housing is required for first-year students. Usually, first-year housing accommodates three students per room. The deadline to apply for Housing is Mid May.

On-Campus Undergraduate Housing

For first-year (freshmen) students, the residence halls are:

• Henley Hall
• Morlan Hall
• Pralle-Sodaro Hall
• Glass Hall
• Sandhu Residence Center

Chapman Undergraduate On-Campus Accommodation Cost

The costs below include a meal plan:

Residence Halls	Semester Rates* (in USD)
Glass, Henley, Pralle-Sodaro, and Sandhu: Triples	8,273
Sandhu: Suite shared bedroom	9,499
Sandhu: Design Singles	10,504

Source: Chapman University

Meal Plans

Residents may also avail different meal plans offered by the university on the campus residence:

Source: Chapman University

*Living costs vary depending on students’ lifestyle choices. Additionally, housing and dining rates might change every year. To know the exact costs of on or off-campus accommodation, please check the university’s accommodations webpage.

On-Campus Graduate Housing

Chapman University has limited housing available for graduate and law students. Students interested in living on university campuses should complete a Graduate and Law Student Housing Request Form. Although housing is not guaranteed for students, the university will inform the students as early as late May or early June if the university can accommodate them. Graduate and law students can also find alternative living arrangements off-campus.

Off-Campus Housing

There are several off-campus housing options just a few blocks away from the main campus. The students can select from apartment communities or rent a room, guest suite, or an entire house.

Note: Students must run a security check on any off-campus accommodation they choose. Also, they must prepare for the additional charges and facilities offered in off-campus housing. Since accommodations are offered on a contractual basis, it is recommended to do a thorough check before investing a huge amount in an unknown place.

University Contact Information

Whom should I contact in case of any doubts?

International applicants can reach the university at:

Addresses:

• Orange Campus: One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866, USA
• Rinker Health Science Campus: 9401 Jeronimo Rd. Irvine, CA, USA

Or contact the admission office at:

Website: www.chapman.edu

Phone: +1 (714) 997 6711

Email: admit@chapman.edu