Admissions

Wildcat Preview

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Welcome to Chico State, future Wildcats! New applicants, prospective students, and their families are invited to Wildcat Preview, the fall on-campus open house event in Chico, CA. 


What to Expect

Campus Welcome & Admissions Presentation

Your introduction to this event and your first chance to hear why you should apply to Chico State and how to submit your application.

Students in front of kendall
Academic Exploration Sessions

The most important part of the day! Explore academic open houses and showcases where you will meet students and faculty from your major. Interested in multiple majors? Visit more than one session!

Students at information fair
Student Support Fair

Meet faculty, staff, and students from student support services and programs. Explore our list of programs here! (PDF)

Tour on campus
Tours

Guided tours run all day at Wildcat Preview, allowing you to see campus, the WREC, the Meriam Library, University Housing, and more.

Clubtacular - Chico State's outdoor student involvement fair
Student Organization Fair

Learn about student life at Chico State by exploring some of the nearly 200 student organizations created by Wildcats.

Willie the Wildcat Chooses Chico
Presentations and Panels

It's never too early to find your community. Meet current and future Wildcats at the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center, student panels, and presentations.


Safety and Accommodations

Anticipated Health & Safety Guidelines

  • Self-checks for COVID-19 symptoms are strongly encouraged prior to visiting campus. Please do not attend if you have symptoms.
  • Face coverings, social distancing, and COVID-19 vaccinations are encouraged, but not required.

Requesting Accommodations

If you require disability-related accommodations, contact the Accessibility Resource Center at least seven days before the Wildcat Preview events you are planning to attend. Please call 530-898-5959 or email arcdept@csuchico.edu.