Chapman University manages an endowment fund that is based in Orange, California. The endowment fund is focused on providing funds for the ongoing support of the operations of Chapman University while providing for the safety of the principal through diversification of investments. The assets of the endowment are governed by the board of trustees.Chapman University Endowment's investment portfolio is valued at $406.3 million as of May 31, 2019, with investments in equities, fixed income, cash, hedge funds, real assets, natural resources, real estate, and private equity.