College of Natural Sciences
The College of Natural Sciences (NSC) at Chico State has eight amazing departments with many majors to choose from. Our students gain hands-on experiences in state-of-the-art facilities. Research projects, internships and field experiences offer students an opportunity to collaborate and prepare for future success.
We offer seminars and colloquia series featuring speakers who are making breakthroughs at the leading edge of mathematical, scientific, and nursing research. NSC is committed to your success.
Graduates from all our programs find fulfilling and rewarding careers!
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With one of the highest 4-year graduation rates in the CSU system and lowest average student debt amounts in the country, Chico State offers one of the nation’s highest return on investment.
Departments and Contact Information
Holt Hall, Room 285
biol@csuchico.edu
Science Building, Room 357A
530-898-5259
chem@csuchico.edu
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Science Building, Room 258A
530-898-5262
erth@csuchico.edu
Holt Hall, Room 101
530-898-6111
math@csuchico.edu
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Holt Hall, Room 369
530-898-6805
nutrition@csuchico.edu
Science Building, Room 257A
530-898-6259
phys@csuchico.edu
Trinity Hall, Room 121
530-898-5891
nurs@csuchico.edu
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Science Building, Room 358A
530-898-4599
sced@csuchico.edu
“This new building was designed from day one to be a place that draws students to the sciences. It provides not just a place to come and take classes, but to stick around and develop a sense of community. We want as many students as possible to see science as an exciting opportunity and as something that is available to them.” - Dean David Hassenzahl, PhD