Chapman University Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Chapman University
Chapman University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
53.6%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
How hard is it to get into Chapman University and can I get accepted? The school has a 54% acceptance rate ranking it #44 in California for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 7,605 out of 14,198 applicants were admitted making Chapman University a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 24 percent. Chapman University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1190-1370Applicants Submitting SAT
69%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 600 |
| SAT Math 25th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1190 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 680 |
| SAT Math 75th | 690 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1370 |
| Average SAT Score | 1280 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Chapman University?
Chapman University typically requires applicants to be in the top 26 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1190 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1100. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1280 out of 1600. The school ranks #22 in California for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 69 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1370 and Above | Good | >67% |
| 1280 to 1370 | Avg + | 54%-67% |
| 1190 to 1280 | Avg - | 41%-54% |
| 1100 to 1190 | Reach | 29%-41% |
| Less than 1100 | Low | <29% |
Chapman University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
25-30Applicants Submitting ACT
44%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 26 |
| ACT Math 25th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 25 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 34 |
| ACT Math 75th | 29 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
| Average ACT Score | 27 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Chapman University?
Admission data indicates that Chapman University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 25 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 22 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 22 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #20 in California for highest average ACT composite score. 44 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Chapman University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 30 and Above | Good | >69% |
| 27 to 30 | Avg + | 54%-69% |
| 25 to 27 | Avg - | 43%-54% |
| 23 to 25 | Reach | 33%-43% |
| Less than 23 | Low | <33% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.68Typical High School Grades
B+You will need very good grades in high school to get into Chapman University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Chapman University was 3.68 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #24 in California for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Chapman University accepts 54% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 47% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 15% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 10% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 25% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
93% of Chapman University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 48% |
| Top 25% of class | 93% |
| Top 50% of class | 98% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 2% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 8,642 | 5,556 | 14,198 |
| Accepted | 4,773 | 2,832 | 7,605 |
| Acceptance Rate | 55% | 51% | 54% |
| Enrolled | 1,044 | 616 | 1,660 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 22% | 22% | 22% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Jan 15, 2020Days left to Apply
NoneThe application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on Jan 15, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Chapman University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Required |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chapman University prefer SAT or ACT?
69% of students submit their SAT scores to Chapman University. 44% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Chapman University?
54% of those who apply are granted admission to Chapman University. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Chapman University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1190 and 1370. 69% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Chapman University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 30. 44% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.