Chapman University is a private research university in Orange, California. It encompasses ten schools and colleges, including Fowler School of Engineering, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, Fowler School of Law, and Schmid College of Science and Technology, and is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". Although it does not claim to be a Christian college, it has had a relationship with the Disciples of Christ since the university's founding and with the United Church of Christ since 2011.
| Former names | Hesperian College |
| Motto | ὀ Χριστòς καì ἡ Ἐκκλησíα (Greek) |
| Motto (English) | Christ and Church |
| Type | Private research university |
| Established | 1861 (as Hesperian College) |
| Religious affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ |
| Endowment | $416.6 million (2020) |
| President | Daniele C. Struppa |
| Academic staff | 1,117 total |
| Administrative staff | 752 total |
| Students | 10,001 |
| Undergraduates | 7,656 |
| Postgraduates | 2,345 |
| Campus | Suburban, 90 acres, (located in historic Old Towne Orange) |
| Colors | Cardinal and grey |
| Sports | 21 teams |
| Mascot | Pete the Panther |
About Chapman University
Non-profit, private institution affiliated with the Christian Church. Within the Chapman University System, the school would also operate Brandman University as a separate, fully accredited university.
Achievement of Chapman University
It was originally founded as Hesperian College in Woodland, California, and opened to coincide with Abraham Lincoln's first inauguration.
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Latest information about Chapman University updated on July 28 2021.
