Chapman University Graduate Tuition Costs: A Comprehensive Overview

Chapman University, a private, four-year institution located in Orange, California, offers a wide array of graduate programs. This article provides a detailed look at the tuition costs associated with these programs, along with information on financial aid, scholarships, and other related expenses.

Graduate Program Tuition and Fees

For the academic year 2024-2025, the average graduate school tuition and fees at Chapman University are $39,868. This figure represents an average across all graduate programs offered by the university, including Master's and Doctoral degrees. The tuition per credit hour for part-time students, or full-time students taking extra credits, is $1,619.

It's important to note that some courses may have additional fees, so students should check the specific requirements for their program.

Historical Tuition Changes

The following table shows the tuition changes over the last 5 years. Each cost is an average amount over the offered programs. The tuition & fees is $39,868 for prospective students.

Payment Information

Chapman University has specific deadlines for tuition payments:

Fall Term: Payment is due no later than July 20 each year.
Interterm/Spring Term: Payment is due no later than December 20 each year.
Summer Term: Payment is due no later than May 20.

Interterm is not eligible for payment plans, and full payment is required by the specified deadlines. Late payments may incur late fees.

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Additional Costs and Considerations

Beyond tuition and fees, students should also consider other expenses such as health insurance and the cost of attendance.

Health Insurance

Health insurance is optional for all graduate students, with the exception of international students and certain health science students.

Tuition Refund Plan

Chapman University offers an elective plan that guarantees a refund of monies paid to the University if a student suffers a serious illness or accident and must withdraw from the University before the semester/trimester is completed, but after the established withdrawal dates for tuition credit. This plan covers tuition, fees, and room and board charges. Students who choose not to purchase this coverage will not be granted exceptions to the tuition credit (withdrawal) policy.

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Impact of Enrollment Status on Financial Aid

Dropping below full-time or part-time status may affect any financial aid that has been awarded and may result in a balance due to the University.

Total Cost of Attendance

Chapman University's tuition is $67,894. Compared with the national average cost of tuition of $46,950, Chapman University is more expensive. As you’re comparing costs of different institutions, also consider the total cost and the net price. The total cost is the sticker price, plus the cost of food and housing, books and supplies, and transportation and personal expenses. At Chapman University, the total cost is $87,730.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Chapman University offers various forms of financial aid to help students finance their education.

FAFSA

When completing the FAFSA, be sure to list “Chapman University, Orange, California” in the school section. The Title IV School Code for Chapman is 001164. The application becomes available October 1, 2018, for classes starting the following fall. The Graduate Financial Aid Office can be contacted with questions at (714) 628-2730. A toll-free telephone number also is available: (888) CU-APPLY.

Graduate Fellowships

Graduate fellowships are funded by Chapman University and are awarded by each school to entering students. The application procedures, eligibility requirements, recipients, and amount of the awards are determined by the each school to which the student has been admitted.

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Federal Direct Loan Programs

Chapman University participates in the Federal Direct loan programs.

Types of Aid Available

Chapman University met 75% of its students’ financial aid need.

Need-Based Aid: The average need-based scholarship or grant awarded to first-year students at Chapman University was $28,997. Additionally, 52% of first-year students received need-based financial aid in fall 2023. Need-based self-help aid includes federal loans and work-study. The average need-based self-help aid awarded to first-year students was $6,046.
Merit-Based Aid: The average non-need-based scholarship or grant awarded to first-year students at Chapman University - excluding any athletic scholarships, if applicable - was $23,486.

Scholarships

Scholarships are a type of funding that you don’t need to pay back. Need-based scholarships take a student’s financial status into account. Merit-based scholarships are awarded to students for academic or athletic achievement. You might also qualify for a scholarship based on your community service involvement, unique hobbies or traits, your personal background, or a parent’s employer or military affiliation.

Student Loan Debt

How much student loan debt you accumulate can affect your financial life long after college ends. Ideally, your total student loan debt should fall below your anticipated starting salary once you graduate.

At Chapman University, the median federal loan debt among borrowers who completed their undergraduate degree is $20,500. The median monthly federal loan payment (if it were repaid over 10 years at 5.05% interest) for student federal loan borrowers who graduated is $217.

Additionally, 7% of graduating students at Chapman University took out private loans. Students with private loans had an average of $63,454 in private loan debt at graduation.

Average Total Indebtedness of 2024 Graduating Class: $28,613

Graduating students who have borrowed (any loan type, 2024): 43%

Graduate Programs Offered

Chapman University offers Masters, Doctorate graduate degree/certificate programs through 40 major areas - 29 Master's, 11 Doctorate.

Examples of programs include:

Film Studies M.A.
Joint MBA/M.S.
Education Ph.D.
Physician Assistant Studies M.M.S.
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy

Student Population

By attending status, there are 1,689 full-time and 456 part-time students in graduate schools. By race/ethnicity 775 White, 60 Black, and 509 Asian students are attending at Chapman University. 112 grad students are younger than 22 and 105 students are older than 65.

Online Enrollment

At Chapman University graduate schools, 0 students enrolled online exclusively and 73 students enrolled in some online courses.

Additional Resources

G.I. Bill and Yellow Ribbon Program: Chapman University is G.I. Bill certified and participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program.
Jobs: Working while in school can help lessen the burden of your student loans. Schools offer work-study programs to those who qualify and campus jobs to students looking to earn money in their free time. Some institutions match students with work-study positions, while others require them apply to the positions, like they would for any other job. Begin your job search by checking whether your college has in-person or online job boards.

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