We’re here to help! 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!
Phone: 530-898-6322
Email: info@csuchico.edu
We’re here to help! 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!
Phone: 530-898-6322
Email: info@csuchico.edu
Dare to take the next step in your educational journey by joining the Wildcat Family.
Chico State’s undergraduate application is open for starting classes in the fall (August) and spring (January) through Cal State Apply, the application for all CSU campuses.
Fall Semester Start: October 1–February 15
Spring Semester Start: August 1–September 30
Audition materials are expected to be submitted through GetAcceptd within two weeks of submitting your Cal State Apply application. More information is available through the Music, Theatre, and Dance Department.
We review and admit applicants on a rolling basis, so check your personal email and mailbox regularly for a decision from us.
Before you begin your application, have the following items on hand:
Admission decisions are initially based on self-reported data from your application, so in most cases we do not need your transcripts until after you are admitted. In some cases, the self-reported data from the application is incomplete or unclear, and upon discovery of this we’ll request official transcripts from you through email.
If requested, send official transcripts from your previous institutions to:
Mailed Transcripts
Office of Admissions
400 W First St
Chico, CA 95929-0722
Electronic Transcripts
Office of Admissions
info@csuchico.edu
First-time in college students are not required to choose a major before coming to Chico State. We encourage you to explore our majors and select your choice on the application, but you may also select “Undeclared.” If you know what you want to major in, choosing a major on the application can help us send you the right information and connect you to specific resources (advising, special events, etc.) before you arrive at Chico State.
The determination of residency for tuition purposes affects whether a student pays in-state or out-of-state tuition fees and is guided by California state law. Out-of-state tuition fees are higher than in-state tuition fees.
Visit the California State University Residency website to review CSU residency requirements, important residence determination dates, and exceptions and exemptions, along with important residency forms and information regarding the appeal process.
DACA, undocumented, or AB540 students:
Be aware that missing or inaccurate information can result in you being considered a non-California resident for CSU tuition purposes.
Every applicant is entitled to one appeal per academic term. When your application review results in denial you have the opportunity to share new information that might affect our admissions decision.
Submit an Admissions Appeal Coversheet (PDF) and the other required documentation via email within 15 business days of receiving your denial notification email to receive an additional consideration of your application.
We’re here to help! 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!
Phone: 530-898-6322
Email: info@csuchico.edu