» Frequently Asked Questions
Undergraduate students
Where is your office located?
How do I apply for housing at Chapman University?
I am an incoming first-year student and want to live in a specific residence hall. How is housing assigned?
Which residence hall is the best?
Can I request to live with a friend?
No, all first year students are placed in on-campus housing according to academic major. We use your responses on your housing application to match you with your roommates with similar living preferences.
Students who continue to live on campus following their first year may select a preferred roommate through the Panther Housing Selection process during the spring semester.
What if I don’t get along with my roommate(s)?
What do I do if there is something broken, flooded or clogged in my room?
What can I bring to the residence halls?
I am locked out. What should I do?
If you are locked out of your room/apartment between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, you can contact the Office of Residence Life and First Year Experience in the Davis Community Center.
After business hours (5 p.m. to 10 p.m.), please visit the Residential Support Desk in the Henley Hall basement, or call the Resident Support Line at (657) 373-1200.
During late night (10 p.m. to 8 a.m.) or weekend hours, call Public Safety.I am sick. What should I do?
You can visit the Student Health Center, located at the corner of Sycamore and Glassell.
After business hours, you may go to Sunrise Multispecialist Medical Center. Sunrise is a 24-hour urgent care clinic that does not require appointments. They accept many types of medical insurance, including Chapman's medical coverage.What are the different types of meal plans?
See our Meal Plans page for options. Note that first-year students living in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan.
Meal plans are optional for continuing students unless they are residing in Sandhu Residence Center.
Can I change my meal plan?
What is the cost of parking?
What if I want to move to a different room in the middle of the semester?
I need to move off campus. What is the proper procedure?
You must complete a License Release Request Form. All directions must be completed and, if needed, written documentation must also be submitted.
After we have received your request, the Assistant Director will review your request and contact you to explain the next steps.
License releases are not guaranteed and are only approved for special circumstances.
What is my mailing address on campus?
If you live in the residence halls, The K, and Harris apartments:
[Your legal name]
Chapman University
CMB# [Your CMB number]
625 W. Palm
Orange, CA 92866
If you live in the Davis apartments:
[Your legal name]
625 North Grand Apt #[Your apartment number]
Orange, CA 92867
If you live in the Panther Village apartments:
[Your legal name]
3101 W Chapman Avenue Apt #[Your apartment number]
Orange, CA 92868
If you live in the Chapman Grand apartments:
[Your legal name]
915 E Katella # [Your apartment number]
Anaheim, CA 92805
How do I receive packages that are sent to me?
- If you live in the residence halls or Harris Apartments, your packages will be held in either of our package rooms, located in the Davis Community Center (on the first floor) and Sandhu Residence Center (near the Doti Struppa rock wall).
- If you live in The K, your packages will be held in the package room on the first floor of the building. You will receive an email from University Services notifying you of your package arrival and which location you should pick it up from. It generally takes 12 hours from the point that it arrives on campus to be ready for pick up at our package rooms.
- If you live in the Davis Apartments, your mail is processed directly by the U.S. Postal Service and your package will be delivered directly to your door.
- Chapman Grand and Panther Village students will receive their packages at their buildings. They can be picked up from the building office.
Are alcohol and smoking allowed?
Graduate students
Which graduate and law students are eligible to live in Chapman University apartments?
All graduate and law students should check the Graduate Housing Options page for the latest details.
Are pets allowed?
Can financial aid cover the cost of my apartment?
Students living off campus
What kind of options do I have to live off campus?
When should I start looking for an apartment?
What are the neighborhoods in Orange like?
The City of Orange is one of Orange County’s most desirable and historic neighborhoods, not only because of its charm, weather, convenience, and the people who make up the community. It is also a safe place to live.
For demographics and safety statistics:
- Chapman University’s Department of Public Safety
- City of Orange Crime Prevention and Services
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
A guarantor (also known as a co-signer) is someone who is willing to take on the financial liability of your lease if you are unable or unwilling to fulfill it. If you do not meet the income or credit requirements specified by a landlord, a guarantor might be the solution. The guarantor is generally not required to pay anything in order to get you approved; however by agreeing to guarantee you, they are responsible for all terms of your lease. If you are sharing an apartment, it is important to understand that the guarantor is ultimately responsible for the entire lease. Landlords sometimes accept multiple guarantors; however, they are not legally obligated to do so. Internal written agreements with all parties are recommended.
A guarantor does not have to be a relative. Most landlords prefer the guarantor to live in the United States, mainly for easier verification purposes. (Landlords may ask for documents to be notarized if you do not have a guarantor who is employed in the United States.) It is best to prepare your potential guarantor by letting them know what documents will be requested of them. Timing is critical in the California rental market, and your guarantor's cooperation will be important. Guarantors usually do not have to be present at lease signing.
Guarantors may be requested to provide the following information:
- Guarantor application.
- Guarantor agreement.
- Social Security Number and Credit Report (Landlords generally run credit).
- Proof of income showing income requirements or landlord or property management discretion.
- Tax returns (first page and signature).
- Letter of Employment on company letterhead (position, salary and start date).
- CPA letter stating qualifying income.
What are broker fees?
Can Chapman help me negotiate with landlords/brokers?
Does Chapman investigate the listings in its off-campus housing database?
What do I do if I’m having a conflict with my landlord?
Chapman University’s Office of Community Relations is readily available to help students navigate through conflicts with landlords.
Please contact the Office of Community Relations at:
Phone: (714) 289-2097
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