You’re a Wildcat Now! Go ahead, do your happy dance, and celebrate—you’ve earned it! Congratulations from all of us. We’re excited for you and can’t wait to welcome you to Chico State. Take the next step to make your enrollment official today!
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
Becoming a Wildcat is as easy as 1-2-3! Make sure to accept your offer by November 15 for spring or May 1 for fall.
Need help? Watch our video walkthrough or call us at 1-800-542-4426. To pay the enrollment confirmation deposit, log into the CashNet website and select "Newly ADMITTED Students ONLY," then select either domestic or international as it applies to you.
Mark your calendar for important dates and deadlines for housing, registration, submitting transcripts, and more, and visit your personalized To-Do List in the Student Center.
Most students qualify for some form of financial aid to help pay for school.
Official notifications from the University related to fees and financial aid will be sent to your campus email (username@csuchico.edu), so check the account often or set up email forwarding to your personal email.
Finish the rest of the school year strong! Offers of admission are conditional until course and grade requirements are complete.
Check out our on-campus housing and dining options and apply for a place in the residence halls or view off-campus options. You must accept your admissions offer before applying for on-campus housing.
Let us welcome and support you in your transition to the Wildcat community at New Student Orientation. All new students are expected to participate in in-person or virtual Orientation, which includes sessions by major or for undeclared students, as well as special sessions for online program students and Spanish-speaking families. You will receive support with first-semester course enrollment, as well as answer questions on your journey to be a Wildcat. Orientation occurs June–July for fall admits and January for spring admits.
Mail your transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions after completion of your final semester. First-time student transcripts must include high school graduation date and transfer student transcripts must include all completed coursework and be sent from each institution attended.
New students will receive academic advising and sign up for classes during their New Student Orientation session. If you miss your signup window during your orientation session, you still have a priority new student registration opportunity. View registration dates.
Learn how to complete the class signup process with our step-by-step guide.
Upload proof of immunization to the WellCat Health Center patient portal prior to accessing campus for your first semester.
Photos don’t do it justice—visit our beautiful campus and meet the people who will help make Chico State your new home. Plan to join us for Choose Chico for fall applicants (or Wildcat Preview for spring applicants) or another time that works for you.
Confirmation Deposit Exemptions
Students who qualify for one of the following exceptions will NOT be prompted to pay the non-refundable $200 enrollment confirmation deposit when submitting their intent to enroll.
You do not have to pay an enrollment deposit if you:
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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