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Some majors at Chapman University require or strongly recommend prerequisite courses.
You can find the required or recommended courses for those majors below.
To find how your transferable courses at your college match Chapman’s prerequisites,
you can use
Transferology
.
This free tool will give you the most updated articulation information.
A few items to keep in mind while reviewing prerequisites:
Some prerequisite courses may double count for general education (Chapman shared inquiries)
and major requirements.
Prerequisite courses can be in progress at the time of applying.
If you have any questions, please email us at
transfers@chapman.edu
.
Argyros College of Business and Economics required prerequisites
The average GPA for your required core courses must equal a minimum of 2.7 or higher.
All required courses must be completed with a letter grade. The minimum passing grade
is C or higher. P/NP (pass/no pass) grades will not be accepted for these courses.
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B.S. Accounting
Required Prerequisites
ACTG 210 Financial Accounting
ACTG 211 Introduction to Managerial Accounting
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Services
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Accounting
webpage.
B.S. Business Administration
Required Prerequisites
ACTG 210 Financial Accounting
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Sciences
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S in Business Administration
webpage.
B.A. Economics
Required Prerequisites
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Sciences
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.A. in Economics
webpage.
Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences recommended prerequisites
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B.S. Health Sciences
Recommended
BIOL 204 General Bio I with lab
CHEM 140 General Chemistry with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
MATH 203 Math Statistics
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Health Sciences
webpage.
B.A. Psychology
Recommended
MATH 203 Math Statistics
or
PSYCH 203 Statistics for the Behavioral Science
PSY 101 Intro to Psychology
For more information on this program, visit the
B.A. in Psychology
webpage.
Fowler School of Engineering recommended prerequisites
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B.S. Computer Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
Math 110 Single Variable Calculus 1
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Computer Engineering
webpage.
B.S. Computer Science
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Computer Science
webpage.
B.S. in Data Science
Recommended
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Data Science
webpage.
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
Math 110 Single Variable Calculus 1
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
webpage.
B.S. Software Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Software Engineering
webpage.
Schmid College of Science and Technology recommended prerequisites
Only the Schmid majors below have recommended prerequisites for transfer students.
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B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Recommended
BIOL 204:
From Molecules to Cells: Evolution of Life on Earth (Gen Biol I)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
webpage.
B.S. Biological Sciences
Recommended
BIOL 204:
From Molecules to Cells: Evolution of Life on Earth (Gen Biol I)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Biological Sciences
webpage.
B.S. Chemistry
Recommended
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Chemistry
webpage.
B.S. Environmental Science and Policy
Recommended
BIOL 205:
Evolution and Diversity of Multicellular Organisms (Gen Biol II)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Environmental Science and Policy
webpage.
B.S. Mathematics
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Mathematics
webpage.
B.S. Physics
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Physics
webpage.
Tips for Transferring into Talent Programs
Our talent programs do not have prerequisites. However, we have plenty of tips for
students looking to transfer into one. Learn more on our Tips for Transferring into
Talent Programs page!
Tips for Transferring into Talent Programs
Schedule a Virtual Transfer Advising Appointment
Our Transfer Admission Counselors are happy to help you create a transfer application
plan. They
can meet one-on-one (by phone) with you before you apply. Advising is not required,
but can help you develop an academic plan at your current school that will aid your
transfer process to Chapman.
You can
schedule an appointment here
.
Transfer Students
Transferology
Transfer College Fairs
Transfer FAQs
Transfer Prerequisites
Tips for Talent Programs
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
Take a Self-Guided Tour
Virtually explore Chapman in this student-led tour through our Orange Campus. You'll
be able to visit classrooms, hang-out spots, our residence life area and much more!
Start the Tour
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.
Follow Us On Social Media
Follow us on social media for tips, news and updates about applying to Chapman University:
Admission Instagram
Admission Facebook
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Undergraduate Admission
Transfer Prerequisites
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Undergraduate Admission
Graduate Admission
Non-degree Seeking Students
Contact the Office of Admission
Activating Your Chapman Account
Undergraduate
Undergraduate Admission
How to Apply
Financing
Academics
Student Life
College Counselors
Visit Opportunities
Contact Us
Request Information
How To Apply
First-Year Students
Transfer Students
Test Optional
Creative Supplement
Application Review Process
Application Tips
First-Generation Applicants
Applicants with Disabilities
FAQs
Missing Items
Transfer Students
Transfer Application
Transferology
Transfer College Fairs
Transfer FAQs
Transfer Prerequisites
Tips for Talent Programs
»
Transfer Prerequisites
Stay in Touch
Visit
Apply
Some majors at Chapman University require or strongly recommend prerequisite courses.
You can find the required or recommended courses for those majors below.
To find how your transferable courses at your college match Chapman’s prerequisites,
you can use
Transferology
.
This free tool will give you the most updated articulation information.
A few items to keep in mind while reviewing prerequisites:
Some prerequisite courses may double count for general education (Chapman shared inquiries)
and major requirements.
Prerequisite courses can be in progress at the time of applying.
If you have any questions, please email us at
transfers@chapman.edu
.
Argyros College of Business and Economics required prerequisites
The average GPA for your required core courses must equal a minimum of 2.7 or higher.
All required courses must be completed with a letter grade. The minimum passing grade
is C or higher. P/NP (pass/no pass) grades will not be accepted for these courses.
Toggle Section
B.S. Accounting
Required Prerequisites
ACTG 210 Financial Accounting
ACTG 211 Introduction to Managerial Accounting
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Services
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Accounting
webpage.
B.S. Business Administration
Required Prerequisites
ACTG 210 Financial Accounting
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Sciences
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S in Business Administration
webpage.
B.A. Economics
Required Prerequisites
ECON 200 Microeconomics
ECON 201 Macroeconomics
MATH 109 Calculus with Applications in Business & Social Sciences
or
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.A. in Economics
webpage.
Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences recommended prerequisites
Toggle Section
B.S. Health Sciences
Recommended
BIOL 204 General Bio I with lab
CHEM 140 General Chemistry with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
MATH 203 Math Statistics
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Health Sciences
webpage.
B.A. Psychology
Recommended
MATH 203 Math Statistics
or
PSYCH 203 Statistics for the Behavioral Science
PSY 101 Intro to Psychology
For more information on this program, visit the
B.A. in Psychology
webpage.
Fowler School of Engineering recommended prerequisites
Toggle Section
B.S. Computer Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
Math 110 Single Variable Calculus 1
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Computer Engineering
webpage.
B.S. Computer Science
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Computer Science
webpage.
B.S. in Data Science
Recommended
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Data Science
webpage.
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
Math 110 Single Variable Calculus 1
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
webpage.
B.S. Software Engineering
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on the program, visit the
B.S. in Software Engineering
webpage.
Schmid College of Science and Technology recommended prerequisites
Only the Schmid majors below have recommended prerequisites for transfer students.
Toggle Section
B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Recommended
BIOL 204:
From Molecules to Cells: Evolution of Life on Earth (Gen Biol I)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
webpage.
B.S. Biological Sciences
Recommended
BIOL 204:
From Molecules to Cells: Evolution of Life on Earth (Gen Biol I)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Biological Sciences
webpage.
B.S. Chemistry
Recommended
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Chemistry
webpage.
B.S. Environmental Science and Policy
Recommended
BIOL 205:
Evolution and Diversity of Multicellular Organisms (Gen Biol II)
CHEM 140 General Chemistry I with lab
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Environmental Science and Policy
webpage.
B.S. Mathematics
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Mathematics
webpage.
B.S. Physics
Recommended
CPSC 230 Computer Science I
MATH 110 Single Variable Calculus I
For more information on this program, visit the
B.S. in Physics
webpage.
Tips for Transferring into Talent Programs
Our talent programs do not have prerequisites. However, we have plenty of tips for
students looking to transfer into one. Learn more on our Tips for Transferring into
Talent Programs page!
Tips for Transferring into Talent Programs
Schedule a Virtual Transfer Advising Appointment
Our Transfer Admission Counselors are happy to help you create a transfer application
plan. They
can meet one-on-one (by phone) with you before you apply. Advising is not required,
but can help you develop an academic plan at your current school that will aid your
transfer process to Chapman.
You can
schedule an appointment here
.
Transfer Students
Transferology
Transfer College Fairs
Transfer FAQs
Transfer Prerequisites
Tips for Talent Programs
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
Take a Self-Guided Tour
Virtually explore Chapman in this student-led tour through our Orange Campus. You'll
be able to visit classrooms, hang-out spots, our residence life area and much more!
Start the Tour
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.
Follow Us On Social Media
Follow us on social media for tips, news and updates about applying to Chapman University:
Admission Instagram
Admission Facebook
Admission Twitter
Admission YouTube
Chapman TikTok
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