Online Students

For degree completion programs (Transfer Application), have the following items on hand:

• Unofficial college transcripts. You'll be asked to enter all courses you've completed, those currently in progress, and any you plan to take. Enter your grades as they appear on your transcript using your school grading scale.
• California Community College ID (CCCID) and Campus ID. Required for ADT applicants from a California community college. These numbers should be printed on your transcript.
• Your citizenship status.
• Annual income. If you are a dependent, then report your household income. If you are independent, then report your income.
• Credit card. Application fees are due at the time of submission and are paid by credit card.
• Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) applicants only: Your parents' employment background and two recommendations. 

For graduate programs (Graduate Application), have the following items on hand:

• Your Social Security Number, if you have one.
• Your citizenship status.
• Annual income.
• Credit card. Application fees are due at the time of submission and are paid by credit card.

Online degree completion programs (Transfer Application):

1. Go to the Cal State Apply Transfer Application page
2. Select your desired start term.
3. Create or log into your Cal State Apply account.
4. On the Add Programs page, use the blue Filter button to search Chico campus and Online delivery, or search “Online” 
5. From the Chico programs list, click the + to the left of the name to select your program

Online master’s, credential, or graduate certificate program (Graduate Application)

1. Go to the Cal State Apply Graduate Application page
2. Select your desired start term.
3. Create or log into your Cal State Apply account.
4. On the Add Programs page, use the blue Filter button to search Chico campus and Online delivery.
5. From the Chico programs list, click the + to the left of the name to select your program
6. If you don't initially see the program listed, go into your Extended Profile and make sure that under Degree Goal the Second Bachelor's Degree and Beyond and one or more Degree Goals is checked.
7. In the Supporting Info section, click "I'm not adding any experiences." You will provide this information elsewhere in the application

If your application information is complete, we may have sufficient information to determine your eligibility for admission automatically, but no matter what, we need an initial set of official transcripts from each transfer applicant showing grades through the term two semesters before you start classes at Chico State. Final transcripts must be submitted by the final document deadline after submitting your intent to enroll and after your final grades are available.

Send official transcripts from your institutions to:  

Mailed Transcripts
Office of Admissions  
400 W First St 
Chico, CA 95929-0722 What does residency mean? 

Electronic Transcripts 
Office of Admissions  
info@csuchico.edu  

The determination of residency for tuition purposes affects whether a student pays in-state or out-of-state tuition and is guided by California state law. Non-resident tuition is higher than in-state tuition.

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:

1. In your Cal State Apply Extended Profile, select "No" when it asks if you require an F1 or J1 visa.
2. Select "California" as the state of residence if you consider California to be your permanent home.
3. In the Citizenship/Residency Information section of the application, select "None" for your U.S. citizenship.

Be aware that missing or inaccurate information can result in you being considered a non-California resident for CSU tuition purposes.

Residency for Online Learners

Chico State is currently authorized to offer online instruction or degree programs to students residing in a majority of states, but not all. Check to see if your state is authorized.

The office of Professional & Continuing Education is here to support online students throughout the application process and answer your questions. Please let us know the program(s) you’re interested in and what questions we can answer via our online contact form.