<p>Is it a good department? Any stories from current or past students?</p>
<p>Hi TZK203 and Bob12233 (from previous thread on similar subject),</p>
<p>I mainly know about Dodge College and the Business School at Chapman but since no one has answered I will at least reply. (I do have three science degrees from other Universities though and understand computer science.) I would definitely attend Preview day as well as sit in on classes and talk to seniors in the program at whatever college you are deciding upon. At preview day you will talk to the professors, upper classmen and other whom have been accepted into your major. </p>
<p>I have a nephew whom went to The Art Institute of California graduating 6 years ago. Even from a small unranked school like this if you gain the computer skills you can get any jobs you desire. He has done programming for top companies in California. He is making $120,000 a year. It’s the skills you learn which will allow you to get the job done that will make you very employable.</p>
<p>I found the following tread and answer which looks like what you are looking for. There is also a video at the end that I found. All the best to you in your decision.</p>
<p>Thread by lucky12
April 2012 in Chapman University </p>
<p>Would really appreciate if anyone could comment on the Computer Science (and/or Game Development minor) at Chapman. Love the school but would like to know how strong this particular program is and how much connections the professors have in the industry?</p>
<p>Reply Post by OCELITE
April 2012 </p>
<p>Hi Lucky, Based on what I’ve heard from a friend of mine who had a son graduated from the Chapman’s Computer Science program several years ago, was that, he had a solid education there and the professors took really good care of him. That’s the advantage of small class sizes. You’ll be able to graduate on time while other students from larger programs can take up to six years to finish. Apparently he had a job offer before graduation and landed with a company after graduation making over $100K because they value his skills and knowledge. I also heard that he is doing really well and now has his own business. Keep in mind that in any school, regardless of your field of study, it’s how well you present yourself. Are you a hard worker? Do you have a nice personality and able to work well with others? What kind of skills and experiences do you have? Are you able to apply your knowledge? So Chapman is well regarded. From what I hear, Chapman has a very strong school in Computational Sciences. Recently they also added a PhD program in Computational Science. Best way to learn more about their programs is to attend their Preview Day where you can speak to their faculty and students. Best of luck!</p>
<p>The video I found:
<a href=“Dr. Daniele Struppa - Mathematics and Computer Science, Chapman University - YouTube”>Dr. Daniele Struppa - Mathematics and Computer Science, Chapman University - YouTube;