Chapman University
“This school was ok nothing super special aboutDesign Arts - Industrial Design/Graphic Design/etc
This school was ok nothing super special about it. They can really use an overhaul on their alumni association and their internship office. Over all it's a lack luster school. They do nothing for you when you graduate to help you get a job. You better have worked your ass off on internships you find on your own The ones provided are not helpful for most students. Chapman needs to get its priorities together. Less building and fundraising and more caring for the students.
view full review→Oct 02 2012
Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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“I am transferring from Chapman University after thisQuite BrightVideo/Media
I am transferring from Chapman University after this semester. I came in as a Film Production major at Dodge and really enjoyed the classes I was taking and the opportunities that I had already being about an hour from LA. I was lined up for an internship with a successful music video director who is a Dodge graduate. That was before I realized that Chapman was not the place for me.
I came here for the film school, but outside of Dodge, I am far from impressed with the quality of education at Chapman. The professors are either new and inexperienced or old, whacky, and tenured. I feel like each class became a game of how to get an A with little focus on applying the course material in order to prepare for the future. I wanted to double major with my film production BFA, but the unfocused teachers and even less focused students drove me out. I want to be surrounded by people who are serious about learning, enjoy talking about what they are learning, and understand how important it is for their futures. I'm tired of hearing "Let's hit the pool or the beach" - everything here, as you would expect at an extremely attractive school in Southern California, is based off of image and status. Quintessentially superficial and super cliquey. Also, good luck finding housing after the first year. Chapman pretty much kicks you off campus. And get ready to be written up because not all, but definitely some RA's, public safety, and especially the local community are out to get all your partiers and dank smokers. And there's been loud construction going on ever since I first got here in August. It seems like Chapman is more concerned about spending tuition money on new buildings to sustain their perfect image than about the future of their students.
view full review→Apr 07 2013
1st Year Male -- Class 2016
Innovation: A+, Social Life: B-
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“Chapman University is one of the fastest growingBrightBusiness - Management and Administration
Chapman University is one of the fastest growing universities in California and it's not hard to see why. The location of the school is fabulous. Right in the heart of Orange County, 10 minutes away from the beach, 5 minutes from Disneyland, 5 minutes from Angels Stadium and the Honda Center, 30 minutes from L.A., 90 minutes away from San Diego, and two hours away from skiing. Orange County is home to fabulous restaurants, huge shopping centers, numerous museums, bike/hiking trails and other things so you never get bored. Top it off with potentially the greatest weather and climate and it might make studying a little difficult at times.
However, Chapman is a great place because of the small size. You really get to know your professors and they really get to know you. Talk to them and they'll work with you to make sure your college experience is a great one. The program isn't impossible, but it is challenging. Chapman is very renowned for their film school, but their business and nursing programs are pretty solid as well.
The student body is predominately white and from the L.A./San Diego wealthy suburbs, but that's not everyone. There are many students from other places and mostly everyone is very friendly and nice, albeit a bit naive and bland at times.
Chapman is in the Old Towne Orange neighborhood, which is very charming with antique shops, bars, outdoor cafes and little art galleries. It's a quiet, safe area, so you feel good walking around the campus.
I've thoroughly enjoyed the two years I've been here so far. Being from out of state, I can see why California is the good life. I don't think I can ever move back to my home in the Midwest after being here, but Chapman has an excellent internship and career center, and with numerous corporations in L.A., Orange and San Diego areas, I should be able to find something.If you want a huge university or cold/snowy weather, look elsewhere. If you want somewhere small, intimate, safe, and a warm climate, check out Chapman. I just hope they don't get too big with all the growth.
view full review→Mar 09 2008
2nd Year Male -- Class 2010
Surrounding City: A+, Useful Schoolwork: B
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