Residence Life and First Year Experience presents:
Orientation 2026
August 18-23, 2026
Note: Only incoming Chapman students may register themselves and their guests, after logging in with their Chapman single-sign-on.
Chapman University would like to welcome you to the Panther Family! Throughout Orientation, there will be information sessions and social sessions for both families and students. The Orientation Team looks forward to meeting you!
- First Year Student Orientation: Tuesday, August 18 – Saturday, August 22.
- First Year Family Orientation: Tuesday, August 18 – Wednesday, August 19 (evening).
- Transfer Student Orientation: Thursday, August 20 – Saturday, August 22.
- Transfer Family Orientation: Thursday, August 20.
Registration is not required for children 5 and under.
First Year Candle Lighting Ceremony is the traditional farewell between students and their families as it concludes Family Orientation. This event will allow students to hear from current students about the 4 pillars of Chapman as well as set an intention for the coming year.
Visit the Orientation website for more information and a full schedule of events.
Certain events and discounts are offered to Chapman Students, Faculty, and Staff; you must first log in using your Chapman single sign-on . If available, access and discounts will appear for you to select based on your Chapman affiliation.
Location
Argyros Forum
386 N Center St
Orange, CA 92866
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Video Wayfinding
Open To
Incoming students and their families.
Event Pricing
Incoming student and first two guests: FREE
Each Additional Guest:
- Tuesday only: Free
- Wednesday only: $98
- Tuesday & Wednesday: $98
- Thursday only: $58
Parking
Register your vehicle for free event parking.
Ticketing Services
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and one hour prior to most events.Location: 337 N. Cypress St., Orange, CA 92866. Parking is available in the driveway.