California State University, Chico has been building a reputation for high-quality, high-value education for more than 130 years. Better known as Chico State, we are a Hispanic-Serving Institution that offers more than 100 degrees in undergraduate and graduate studies.
We are unique among the CSU system for our high graduation rates and beautiful campus, as well as our dedicated faculty and friendly community who offer a personal touch that really makes students feel at home.
With one of the highest 4-year graduation rates in the CSU system and lowest average student debt amounts in the country, we are committed to helping you graduate on time with a budget you can afford.
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Award-winning faculty work side by side with students on projects like researching innovative cancer treatments, designing robotics, developing sustainable farming practices, and identifying solutions to homelessness.
Wildcats take what they learn in the classroom and compete on the national stage, outperforming their peers and taking top honors in competitions in debate, sales, cybersecurity, Model United Nations, and more.
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Our campus is located right next to charming downtown Chico with dining, retail, and farmers markets that create a welcoming atmosphere.
Just a few hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, you’ll find a thriving arts, music, and events scene in a community with one of the lowest costs of living in the state.
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Named one of the greenest schools in the nation in The Princeton Review’s "Guide to Green Colleges," most Wildcats live, learn, and work within walking or biking distance of campus.
Home to Bidwell Park’s 3,670-acres of hiking, biking, and walking trails, Chico offers endless outdoor recreation opportunities.
Our culture of caring runs deep, and you will be supported in ways that allow you to thrive in and outside the classroom.
Student life at Chico State means being active and engaged with each other, our campus, and the community.
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We’ve been around a while—founded in 1887, we’re the second oldest California State University campus and sixth oldest public college in the state.
We are looking for outstanding candidates committed to student success who reflect the diverse & intersectional identities of our Wildcats.
Call us Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., to talk directly to an admissions expert. No automated voice messages—we promise!
Office of Admissions:
530-898-6322 | info@csuchico.edu
