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These questions are about the process of transferring to Chapman. We also have a general
FAQs for Undergraduates page
If you can not find the answer to your question, please contact us at
transfers@chapman.edu
or (714) 997-6711.
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When is it possible to transfer to Chapman University?
Chapman accepts transfer students for both the fall and spring semesters. Please check
the
transfer student section
for specifics regarding units, general education, and steps for transferring. Keep
in mind, certain majors are a better fit for a fall entry vs. a spring semester entry. That
list can be found in our
Transfer Applicant Guide
When you are are ready to apply, use our
How to Apply for transfer students page
for step-by-step instructions.
Am I a first-year or transfer applicant to Chapman?
You are considered a first-year applicant if any of the following apply:
You are still in high school/home school and have not yet received your high school
diploma or the equivalent.
ou have not yet received your high school diploma or the equivalent and are enrolled
in an early-college program or dual-enrollment program.
You are considered a transfer applicant if the following applies:
You have started your college enrollment (Must be
after
you HS graduation date or equivalent) at a regionally accredited college or university.
Regardless if your college units are  in progress or you have some that are completed,
you would apply as a transfer student.
If I plan on transferring to Chapman, how do I know which college courses I've taken
will transfer?
You can use
Transferology
to see if your courses will transfer. After creating an account, this free tool allows
you to enter courses you have taken (or plan to take) and see which will transfer
into a degree program at Chapman.
We also encourage all prospective transfer students to schedule an advising appointment
(in-person or over the phone) so we can assist you with course articulation questions
and establishing a timeline of when to apply. You can make an appointment by contacting
us at
transfers@chapman.edu
or (714) 997-6711.
When is transfer student orientation? Is it mandatory?
Fall orientation for transfer students happens at the end of August.
Spring orientation for transfer students happens in the end of January.
Additional opportunities to complete the program will be offered if you are unable
to attend during Orientation week.
The purpose of Orientation is to build community and offer opportunities for you to
become acclimated to Chapman. We encourage you to attend. You can learn more about
New Student and Family Orientation here
Will I get on-campus housing?
We are unable to guarantee on-campus housing for all students, but our
Residence Life and First Year Experience
office reserves a portion of housing for incoming transfer students.
If you are entering in the fall and interested in living on campus, you should submit
your
Chapman Housing Application
by June 1 for priority processing. More information regarding the housing process
for transfers can be found on our
Transfer Checklist
in May.
If you are entering in the spring, you should contact
Residence Life and First Year Experience
directly.
Are there information sessions specifically for transfer students?
Yes. We offer Virtual Transfer Information Sessions that cover the application and
admission process for those transferring from 2- or 4-year institutions. For a schedule
of our session, or to register, visit our
Transfer Information Session page
We also offer individual transfer appointments in person or by phone. You can
schedule a transfer appointment here
The purpose of both the Transfer Information Session and transfer appointment is to
prepare students for the application process. They are intended for students who are
one semester to a year away from applying to Chapman.
What courses are required to complete before applying?
At a minimum, transfer students should complete a transferable college-level English
and math course prior to their first semester at Chapman.
Additionally, there are specific courses depending on the academic major a student
is applying to. You can view the
majors with prerequisites here
If you are applying to a school/college not listed above, your major does not have
any prerequisites.
Do you accept IGETC or CSU full certification or the ADT degree?
Yes, we accept any of these and there is no preference between them. We will honor
the completion of the full certification through IGETC and/or CSU or the ADT degree
all the way up until you start classes at Chapman so students can be in progress with
it when they apply.
What are the application deadlines?
Our priority deadlines for admission are February 15 for fall admission and October
15 for spring admission. Applications are considered on a space-available basis after
the deadlines.
Some programs are better suited for a fall start. That list can be found in our
Transfer Applicant Guide
What are required documents to apply?
Please review our
How to Apply page for transfer students
for the most up-to-date requirements.
What is the cost of attendance?
You can view
current figures for cost of attendance here
. Transfer students are considered for merit aid/scholarships by submitting their
application for admission. We also encourage you to
fill out the FAFSA
so we can consider you for need-based financial aid.
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Contact the Transfer Team
Email:
transfers@chapman.edu
Call:
(714) 997-6711
Text:
(714) 627-4402
Send your documents:
Chapman University
Attn: Office of Admission
One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
Transfer Applicant Guide
Download our
Transfer Applicant Guide (PDF)
for an in-depth look at transferring to Chapman and a worksheet to help you navigate
the application process.
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