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What are your chances at Chapman University?

Orange, CA · Private · 7,478 students

65%admitted
65.4% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 65 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1260–1440
400
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What Chapman University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$46,555
per year, after grants · sticker $83,146
Median earnings
$70,070
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
81.9%
finish within six years
Median debt
$20,500
at graduation · about $217/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$33,559
$30,000 – $48,000$33,978
$48,000 – $75,000$33,709
$75,000 – $110,000$40,011
Over $110,000$55,066

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Chapman University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Chapman University

Chapman University accepts about 65.4% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1260 and 1440 on the SAT, or 28–31 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.