At the heart of the tree-filled college town of Chico, California, Chico State is a nationally recognized public university and a 20-time US News & World Report Top Public School in the West.
Undergraduate Admissions
'Cats in the Wild
One of just 40 of 600 applicants, Bri Siders was selected to Super Bowl LVI. The recreation, hospitality and parks management major put her years of coursework and co-curricular involvement into real-world application.
After completing a master’s degree in biological sciences, first-generation college student Jaime Lopez's California Sea Grant Fellowship is taking his next step toward working for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
After completing a degree in computer animation and game development, Erika Muniz works for Halon Entertainment where she uses her skills in 3-D modeling and photogrammetry to create authentic gaming experiences for women and people of color.
Dare to Pursue Your Passion
Confident, capable, and connected, Chico State Wildcats graduate ready to do and dare in their careers. In addition to a 100% job-placement rate for many programs, alums report an average starting salary of over $55,000 within 6 months of graduation!
Take the Next Steps
Contact Undergraduate Admissions: Call us Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., to talk directly to an admissions expert. Or use live chat during our open hours. No automated voice messages—we promise!