Chapman University

Orange, CA
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Class of 2029
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    537 faculty · 0 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Computer Science43 faculty avg h-index 12.6 #83 of 88 in Computer Science
    Dr. Daniel Alpay, Professor h-index 39
    Dr. Alpay’s research interests are along five main directions, namely Schur analysis in the setting of slice-hyperholomorphic functions, infinite dimensional analysis and white noise space theory, linear systems and applications to wavelet
    Notable: “The spectral theorem for quaternionic unbounded normal operators based on the S-spectrum” (2016) · 115 citations
    Dr. Rahul Soangra, Associate Professor h-index 15
    Es on improving mobility and motor control in older adults and individuals with neurological and neuromuscular disorders—including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and movement impairments from musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Soangra develops i
    Notable: “Classifying Lower Extremity Muscle Fatigue During Walking Using Machine Learning and Inertial Sensors” (2013) · 139 citations
    Rao Ali, Lecturer h-index 5
    Notable: “A large-scale sentiment analysis of tweets pertaining to the 2020 US presidential election” (2022) · 32 citations
    Elia Eiroa Lledo, Assistant Professor h-index 3
    Notable: “Examining the utility of nonlinear machine learning approaches versus linear regression for predicting body image outcomes: The U.S. Body Project I” (2022) · 67 citations
    Psychology43 faculty avg h-index 40.7 #74 of 89 in Psychology
    Dr. David Frederick, Associate Professor h-index 48
    Notable: “The Attractive Female Body Weight and Female Body Dissatisfaction in 26 Countries Across 10 World Regions: Results of the International Body Project I” (2010) · 721 citations
    Dr. Chia-Hsin Cheng, Lecturer h-index 43
    Notable: “Fast Drop Movements Resulting from the Phase Change on a Gradient Surface” (2001) · 1,064 citations
    Ashley Weller, Lecturer h-index 33
    Notable: “Electron-transfer and complex formation in the excited state” (1968) · 327 citations
    Dr. Richard Redding, Professor h-index 26
    Ed on forensic issues in criminal and juvenile justice, adjudicating serious juvenile offenders as adults (authoring a widely cited monograph published by the U.S. Department of Justice), and legal education reform, and he continues to do s
    Notable: “Sociopolitical diversity in psychology: The case for pluralism.” (2001) · 185 citations
    Business Administration40 faculty avg h-index 8.5 #53 of 59 in Business Administration
    Dr. Ravi Kathuria, Professor; James L. and Lynne P. Doti Chair in Operations Management h-index 21
    Operations strategy, supply chain management, the internet and entrepreneurship, and global operations management. His work has been published in several leading journals, such as the Journal of Operations Management, Production and
    Notable: “Competitive priorities and managerial performance: a taxonomy of small manufacturers” (2000) · 325 citations
    Dr. Wang Jin, Associate Professor h-index 11
    Notable: “Designing a fibrotic microenvironment to investigate changes in human liver sinusoidal endothelial cell function” (2015) · 88 citations
    Scott Anderson, Instructor h-index 1
    Notable: “Envisioning the Archival Commons” (2009) · 36 citations
    Hank Adler, Professor; Clinical Faculty; Burra Executive Professor of Accounting h-index 1
    Notable: “Federal Taxation: Comprehensive Topics” (2022) · 4 citations
    Dance39 faculty avg h-index 17.3 #7 of 13 in Visual & Performing Arts
    Amanda Kay White, Assistant Professor; Instructional Faculty h-index 3
    Delve into the entanglement of bodily knowledge, embodied cognition, and spatial theory through the medium of choreography. Finding points of access to these physical collections of experience and memory makes her work strikingly inventive.
    Robin Kish, Professor; Chair, Department of Dance h-index 2
    Notable: “The Invisible Injury: Supporting the Recovery of Dancers with Concussions” (2016) · 4 citations
    Addison Ector, Lecturer
    Arletta Anderson, Lecturer
    Film38 faculty avg h-index 1 #7 of 13 in Visual & Performing Arts
    Jay Boylan, Professor Emeritus h-index 1
    Alan Bodner, Lecturer
    Allan Brocka, Lecturer
    Bennett Bellot, Lecturer
    Communications30 faculty avg h-index 5
    Amy Rogeness, Instructor
    Brianna Pham, Lecturer
    Dr. Andrea Weber, Associate Professor; Assistant Dean
    Dr. Arleen Bejerano, Associate Professor; Instructional Faculty
    Center upon Instructional Communication as well as understanding the role of communication when it comes to issues of identity. Dr. Bejerano focuses on helping academic institutions and business organizations become more inclusive environme

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Chapman University. Chapman University in Orange, CA reports an overall acceptance rate of 65.4%, an early-round acceptance rate of 62.0%, an SAT middle 50% of 1280–1410, a class size of 1,806, and a yield of 20.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Rising private university in Orange County with a top-ranked Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. Strong student satisfaction and experiential learning emphasis.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Chapman University: key admissions facts

    Chapman University's overall acceptance rate is 65.4% (the most recent Common Data Set). Chapman University's early-round acceptance rate is 62.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). Chapman University's SAT middle-50% range is 1280–1410 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Chapman University is about 3.7 (the most recent Common Data Set). Chapman University's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 20.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Chapman University for families earning under $75,000 is about $33,749 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Chapman University on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Chapman University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $33,559 per year in net price at Chapman University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $55,066 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $33,709 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Chapman University: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$33,559
    $30,001–$48,000$33,978
    $48,001–$75,000$33,709
    $75,001–$110,000$40,011
    Over $110,000$55,066
    Tuition (before aid)$67,490
    Room and board$18,438

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Chapman University?

    Chapman University's overall acceptance rate is 65.4%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 62.0%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Chapman University?

    Admitted students at Chapman University typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1280–1410 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.7, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Chapman University?

    Getting into Chapman University is moderately selective: it admits 65.4% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Chapman University offer early decision or early action?

    Chapman University offers early decision (binding) and early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 62.0%, versus 65.4% overall.

    How much does Chapman University cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Chapman University — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $33,749 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Chapman University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $33,559 per year in net price at Chapman University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $55,066 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $33,709 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Not sure how to read these numbers? Start with our guide on how to estimate your admission chances. Chapman University offers a binding early-decision round, so weigh the trade-offs in our early decision vs. regular decision guide before committing.