Chapman University

The decision to live on or off campus at Chapman University depends on your personal preferences. Chapman University offers a vibrant campus life with a variety of activities, clubs, and organizations to enhance the college experience. The university provides on-campus housing options and off-campus housing resources, and it is committed to the health and safety of its students. Additionally, the university offers diverse events, sports programs, and a strong focus on campus safety. However, living off-campus may provide more independence and flexibility. 

Chapman University is known for its "extraordinary blend of liberal arts, science, and professional programs," as well as its strong programs in film, business, and the arts. The university is also recognised for its diverse and inclusive community. The Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman has a notable film program, with a 7% acceptance rate, and is ranked #6 among all film production schools in the country. The university also has a strong tradition of students studying abroad, with nearly 47% of undergraduates going abroad each year, compared to the national average of 10%. 

Chapman University offers a variety of part-time jobs for students, including on-campus jobs and research assistant positions. The university's job portal is regularly updated with current job openings on campus, and students can search, apply, and interview for these jobs.Some of the common part-time jobs include:On-Campus Jobs:TutorDepartment AssistantResearch AssistantLibrary AssistantOff-Campus Jobs:Fast Food AttendantServerBaristaRetail Sales AssociateGrocery Store Bagger.

Graduates with an MBA degree from Chapman University can pursue careers in various fields such as business economics, management, human resources, finance, marketing, real estate, and entrepreneurship. Chapman University's Argyros College of Business and Economics also offers comprehensive career advising and placement services for students in their MBA programs. The job roles for MBA graduates of Chapman University depend on their specialization, with the most common being finance/accounting and marketing/sales. 

For international undergraduate students at Chapman University, the estimated cost of attendance is $62,784 (INR 52,12,707) for tuition and fees, $17,378 (INR 14,42,840) for on-campus housing and food, $2,005 (INR 1,66,468) for mandatory health insurance, and $4,100 (INR 3,40,410) for books and supplies, making the total estimated cost of attendance $86,267 (INR 71,62,477) per year. For international graduate students, the tuition varies by program, and the estimated total cost of attendance is $43,070 (INR 35,75,966) per year, including housing/food, health insurance, and books/supplies. 

Work experience is not required for the Full-Time and Flex MBA programs at Chapman University's Argyros School of Business. However, a minimum of two years of full-time work experience is strongly desired for the Full-Time MBA program, and 3-8 years of work experience is typical for the Flexible MBA program. The Executive MBA programme prefers at least 8 years of full-time work experience in a managerial capacity. The admission requirements for these programs include submitting an online application, a resume, a statement of intent, and official transcripts from the undergraduate degree-granting institution. 

To apply at Chapman University, you will have to complete the Common Application or the Chapman University Application and submit the International Supplement form, which includes information about your country of current visa status, passport, and funding for your education. As part of the application process, international students will also need to submit official academic transcripts directly from every bachelor's degree-granting institution attended, accompanied by official translations of the records into English word for word. 

Indian students applying to Chapman University in the USA need to submit the following documents as part of the visa process:Official academic records from all secondary or senior secondary schoolsOfficial transcripts are sent directly from the issuing institution. Transcripts sent by mail must be in sealed envelopesProof of a 3-4 year bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university for graduate students. 

The application deadline for Indian students at Chapman University for the Spring 2025 semester is Friday, May 3, 2024, by 11:59 pm. For undergraduate programs, the deadline was October 15, 2023, for Spring 2024, and November 1, 2023, for Fall 2024. The application deadlines for graduate admission vary depending on the program. Indian students are eligible for merit and need-based scholarships, with merit-based scholarships being as high as $36,000 per year for first-year students and up to $15,000 for continuing students. 

For undergraduate programs, the minimum English proficiency requirements are- TOEFL iBT 80 (with balanced sub scores) or 20 per section on the revised paper-delivered test, IELTS 6.5 (with balanced sub scores), and Duolingo English Test 120. For graduate programs, the requirements vary by program, with the TOEFL internet-based test requirement being 102 for Dodge College Graduate Programs. The minimum CAE score required for admission to Chapman University is 180 for some graduate programs.