» Frequently Asked Questions

The processing of the Specific Plan update has been extended to allow the University time to meet with residents and community leaders to address neighborhood concerns. Chapman University is working closely with the City of Orange and our neighbors, sincerely striving to be good neighbors ourselves. Click here to learn about the Neighborhood Advisory Committee that was formed.

The Specific Plan is a planning document that guides the allowable enhancements to campus buildings and grounds. The Chapman University Specific Plan was originally adopted by the City of Orange in 1989 and a comprehensive update was adopted in 2004. The updated document that is currently under discussion will guide future building efforts over the next 15 to 20 years.

The University has made a commitment to house at least 50% of our undergraduate student population on campus and continues to meet this goal. Chapman requires that all freshmen and sophomores live in Chapman-owned housing. 

Here are the new and existing student housing projects that help us meet this goal:

The K: Located at the northwest corner of the intersection of West Palm Avenue and North Cypress Street, this 400+ bed facility opened in fall 2019. The design by the architectural firm Togawa Smith Martin, Inc. echoes the industrial character of the historic area.

Panther Village: The University purchased vacant land adjacent to Panther Village, located on West Chapman Avenue near Interstate 5. The University is planning on adding a parking lot to the land. By providing additional on-site parking, students will be able to avoid driving to campus and the capacity will be increased by 120%.

Chapman Grand: The University purchased an apartment building in Anaheim and renovated it into student housing. There are 900 student beds available at this facility.

If there are disturbances at these houses, please call Orange PD. Since these houses are not owned or operated by Chapman, our Public Safety team cannot respond to complaints unless requested by Orange PD. Chapman Public Safety does not have law enforcement jurisdiction, so these calls need to be directed to Orange PD. 

Chapman receives a weekly report from Orange PD with calls involving Chapman students, and the addresses on this report are referred to student conduct.

Please call the Orange Police Department dispatch at (714) 744-7444 for non-emergency issues where an immediate response is needed, such as a loud and unruly party.

Chapman University maintains a close working relationship with city officials and law enforcement to ensure that communication is strong within our surrounding community. As such, we recommend the following contacts:

Emergencies: 911

Please call the Orange Police Department dispatch at (714) 744-7444 for non-emergency issues where an immediate response is needed, such as a loud and unruly party.

For issues concerning inoperable vehicles or poor property maintenance (on private property), you may make an anonymous call to the City of Orange Code Enforcement team at (714) 744-5555.

To make a report of issues with trash cans or debris being left on public property (sidewalks, streets), etc., please call the Department of Public Works at (714) 532-6493

Finally, regarding concerns about student behavior (parking, a pattern of chronic disturbances, etc.), please contact the Office of Community Relations.

Protocols are in place for students who violate the University's student code of conduct policy.

While the results of disciplinary cases regarding a specific individual are confidential, students found in violation of the student conduct code may be required to attend classes on being a good neighbor, ordered to pay a fine, or in the most serious of cases, suspension or expulsion may be issued.

Chapman University's student code of conduct policy is available in full through the Student Affairs website.

It is free to park on campus, but all students, faculty, staff, and visitors must register for  a permit to do so. Special exceptions are in place for those who have indicated that they utilize an alternative method of transportation, such as walking, bicycle, or train. Click here to read our full parking policy.

Please note: Temporary "A" permit parking passes (typically in yellow or blue) are not Chapman University parking passes, but are issued through the City of Orange. Please call Orange Police Department's parking enforcement team at (714) 744-7444 with any questions. 

We recognize and acknowledge the fact that our campus is located within a unique and historic residential district, and as such, not all neighboring streets are approved for commercial vehicle use.

All buses--including admissions tours, visiting athletics teams, and performing arts set-up crews--must load and unload in the properly marked loading zone on Glassell Street, just west of the Musco Center.

Additionally, bus drivers who must temporarily park to wait for their passengers are advised to do so in the University-owned Palm Avenue parking lot. 

You may view more information on our Bus Driving Directions page. 

Yes! Our on-campus restaurants are open to the surrounding communities. Currently available restaurants include:

• Starbucks
• Qdoba Mexican Grill
• SubConnection
• Einstein Bros. Bagels
• Jamba Juice

Hours vary, so please check each individual restaurant's website for additional details. View a campus map of our eateries.

The Erin J. Anderson Tennis Center is open to the community during the summer (June 5-August 27, 2013).

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Details on current construction projects can be found on the Campus Planning website.