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Accelerate Your Future with Chico State’s Blended Master’s Programs
Ready to take your education to the next level? Our new Blended Master’s Programs offer motivated students an innovative, fast-tracked opportunity. Starting in Fall 2024, this streamlined path allows you to earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees—saving you time and money and giving you a head start in your career.
Why Choose a Blended Master’s Program?
Our Blended Master’s Programs are designed to seamlessly integrate your undergraduate and graduate studies, allowing you to fast-track your way to a master's degree without the extra hassle.
Save Time and Money
Earn up to 12 semester units (some programs may differ; please check with your advisor) that count toward both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees, reducing the number of courses and tuition and accelerating your path to your graduate degree.
Streamlined Application and Admissions Process
- Apply directly through your department—bypassing the Cal State Apply process and its $70 fee.
- You can apply up to two years before graduation, with admissions managed by your department and final approval from the Office of Graduate Studies, giving you more control and flexibility.
Seamless Transition and Career Growth
Progress through both degrees without academic detours, gaining a competitive edge in the job market and boosting your earning potential.Blended Programs Open for Enrollment—and More on the Way!
Whether you’re passionate about technology or social sciences, our initial programs are now accepting applications. If you have questions or would like more information about a program, please contact the Graduate Coordinator.
Enrollment Open:
- Art (BA) + Art History (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Matthew Looper - Business Information Systems–Business Analytics (BS) + Business Analytics (MBA)
Graduate Coordinator: Jenn Duggan - Business Information Systems–Management Information Systems (MS) + Business Analytics (MBA)
Graduate Coordinator: Jenn Duggan - Computer Engineering (BS) + Electrical and Computer Engineering
Graduate Coordinator: Hassan Salehi - Computer Science (BS) + Computer Science (MS)
Graduate Coordinator: Tyson Henry - Criminal Justice (BA) + Public Administration (MPA)
Graduate Coordinator: Charles Turner - Electrical/Electronic Engineering (BS) + Electrical and Computer Engineering
Graduate Coordinator: Hassan Salehi - English (BA) + Language Teaching
Graduate Coordinator: Friederike Fichtner - German (BA) + Language Teaching (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Friederike Fichtner - Spanish (BA) + Language Teaching (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Friederike Fichtner - Social Science (BA) + Social Science (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Darin Haerle - Mathematics (BS) + Mathematics (MS) / Department page
Graduate Coordinator: Daniel Vallieres - Political Science–Legal Studies (BA) + Political Science (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Nicole Sherman - Political Science–Legal Studies (BA) + Public Administration (MPA)
Graduate Coordinator: Charles Turner - Political Science–U.S. Politics (BS) + Political Science (MA)
Graduate Coordinator: Nicole Sherman - Political Science–U.S. Politics (BA) + Public Administration (MPA)
Graduate Coordinator: Charles Turner
Enrollment Opens in Fall 2026
This blended program will be published in the 2026/2027 University Catalog; eligible students may apply and be admitted to a blended program prior to catalog publication.
- Mathematics (BS) + Data Science and Analytics (MS)
Graduate Coordinator: Kathy Gray
Math Department Chair: Kevin McGown
And that’s just the beginning! More programs will be available soon, offering a diverse range of options.