Apply to Chico State

First-time undergraduates and transfer students must meet GPA and course requirements. No SAT or ACT test scores are required.

• First-Time in College Requirements
• Transfer Requirements

International students should review the international admissions qualifications for specific requirements, including the English proficiency requirement. 

• International Requirements 

Graduate students must meet the University requirements as well as any additional requirements by the specific program. 

• Graduate Requirements

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. International students (F or J visa) are considered out-of-state students.

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 US citizenship.

The Cal State Apply Applicant Help Center has handy documentation and how-to's, troubleshooting information, and more.

Review the Quick Start FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.

If you still need support, you’ll find the fastest support through the chat feature while logged into the application. You can also contact customer service (response times can be up to three business days).

Email: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com 
Phone: 857-304-2087
Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–5 p.m.

Have your CAS ID# (application ID number) when contacting customer service. It can be found in the upper-right corner of your application.

Applicants with Disabilities

If you require assistance in completing your application, email support@calstateapply.myliaison.com and let us know how we can best help you. Additionally, indicate if you permit us to communicate with your parent, guardian, or another third party regarding your application. Once we receive your request, we’ll work with you to schedule time to help you complete your application.

• Submit an application changes form or call the Admissions Office to notify us of changes to your application.
• Changes include:
  • D or F grades
  • address changes, email, or phone number changes
  • changes to your major

We review and admit applicants on a rolling basis, so you can receive an update as soon as two weeks after submitting your application—expect longer wait times during the busiest periods. Your Chico State Portal is the first place to see your decision. You will also receive notice via email and mail (domestic undergraduates).

(Having trouble with your Chico State Portal access? Portal Overview.)

We may request additional information in order to make a decision. Please check your email regularly to make sure you don't miss a request.

See this FAQ for a list of common questions and concerns people have when completing their Cal State applications.