Chapman University
Chapman University, Orange, CA
Mid-sized private university located near Los Angeles.
Offers 143 undergraduate degrees and programs.
Strongest programs include business administration, communication studies, biology, health sciences, film production, television writing and production and performing arts.
One of the most popular classes is on the foundations of happiness (which happens to be taught by a friend of mine from college)
Offers accelerated programs in business administration, computational and data sciences, health sciences, and pharmaceutical sciences (among others).
Strong ties to the local business community provides plenty of opportunities for internships.
Recently launched a new school of engineering which offers computer engineering, computer science, data analytics, electrical engineering, and software engineering.
Big focus on hands-on learning.
Known for being innovative. More unique programs include animation & visual effects, disability studies, game development programming, holocaust history, humanomics, law, justice, and social control, peace studies, and war & society.
Emphasis on creating well-rounded students. All students complete a four-part general educations program. Students are also encouraged to take classes outside of their major.
44% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
Division III sports
There is Greek life but no Greek housing. Currently they have 8 sororities and 9 fraternities. Very strong faculty support.
Army and Air Force ROTC programs available.
40% of students identify of persons of color.
20% of students are first generation.
40:60 male-to-female ratio.
Close access to a large variety of outdoor activities.