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Only 38% of the students who started as freshmen at Chapman graduated four to six years later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Until 1968 – and 1972 for football and basketball – freshmen weren’t even allowed to play at the varsity level.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Others are ready to play on varsity as freshmen because of their physical and mental prowess.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Are NIL deals affecting the choices of these future freshmen?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Several rounds go, and then Kyle and Kou, two freshmen who are twins, end up in a scene together.

From "Watch Us Rise" by Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan