Chapman University Enrollment Statistics: A Comprehensive Overview
Chapman University, a private research university located in Orange, California, has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1861. Originally founded as Hesperian College in Woodland, California, the institution has undergone several transformations and relocations before permanently settling in its current campus in 1954. This article delves into the enrollment statistics of Chapman University, providing a detailed analysis of various aspects, including tuition costs, financial aid, admissions, student demographics, graduation rates, and more.
Tuition Costs and Financial Aid
Tuition Costs
In 2023, the median undergraduate tuition at Chapman University is $62,400. This figure is significantly higher than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities, which stands at $24,575. The cost of tuition at Chapman University is $37,825 more than the overall (public and private) national average for Masters Colleges and Universities. This substantial difference highlights the premium associated with attending a private institution like Chapman.
Average Net Price
The average net price for students at Chapman University, after factoring in grants and loans, is $48,037 in 2023. This represents a 6.67% increase from 2022. The average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state, or local governments, or the institution.
Financial Aid
A significant portion of undergraduate students at Chapman University receive financial aid. In 2023, 83% of undergraduate students received financial aid through grants, while 62% received aid through loans. This indicates a growth of 2.47% with respect to 2022, when 81% of undergraduate students received financial aid.
Admissions and Enrollment
Acceptance Rate
Chapman University's undergraduate acceptance rate in 2023 was 55.6%, with 8,849 students being admitted out of 15,914 applications. This is lower than the acceptance rate of 2022, which was 72.5%. The number of applicants grew by 16.2% between 2022 and 2023, while admissions declined by 10.9%.
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SAT Scores
In 2023, 16% of enrolled first-time students submitted SAT scores with their applications.
Total Enrollment
Chapman University had a total enrollment of 9,961 students in 2023. This includes both undergraduate and graduate students. The full-time enrollment is 9,023 students, while the part-time enrollment is 938. This means that 90.6% of students are enrolled full-time, compared with 68.2% at similar Masters Colleges and Universities.
Student Demographics
Race and Ethnicity
The enrolled student population at Chapman University is diverse, with the following breakdown:
- 44.1% White
- 18.6% Hispanic or Latino
- 17.6% Asian
- 7.97% Two or More Races
- 2.41% Black or African American
- 0.251% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders
- 0.12% American Indian or Alaska Native
Gender
The student body at Chapman University has more female students compared to male students. Students enrolled in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (28.9%), followed by White Male (19.8%) and Hispanic or Latino Female (11.6%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (22.1%), followed by Asian Female (15.7%) and White Male (12.1%).
Graduation and Retention Rates
Retention Rate
The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Chapman University was 90%. This is higher than the full-time retention rate at similar Masters Colleges and Universities (74%).
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Graduation Rate
In 2023, 72% of students graduating from Chapman University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e., 4 years for a 4-year degree). 80% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 80% within 200%.
The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2023 at Chapman University is Female and Black or African American (92.3% graduation rate).
Degrees Awarded
In 2023, Chapman University awarded 2,983 degrees across all undergraduate and graduate programs. 62.4% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 37.6% to men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (1,436 degrees), 2.69 times more than the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (533 degrees).
Endowment and Financial Operations
Chapman University has an endowment valued at nearly $668M, as of the end of the 2023 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 13.1M (1.96%) compared to the 5.72% average return (2.84M on 49.7M) across all Masters Colle…
Rankings and Recognition
Chapman University has gained recognition in various rankings. In the 2026 edition of Best Colleges, Chapman University is ranked No. #110 in National Universities. It's also ranked No. #73 in Best Colleges for Veterans. In U.S. News & World Report's 2020 rankings of the best colleges in America, the university was moved from the master's-level universities in the Western region to the National Universities group, with a debut ranking of tied at 125th. The reclassification was due to Chapman's elevation to R2 status by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education in recognition of its high research activity.
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