Student Services Center, Room 460
530-898-6880
graduatestudies@csuchico.edu

The Office of Graduate Studies
Business Hours
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Monday–Friday

Mailing Address
Office of Graduate Studies
California State University, Chico
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929–0875

Grad Studies YouTube Channel (@chicostate-gradstudies)

Current Student Information

Welcome to Graduate Education at Chico State!

Whether you completed your undergraduate degree at Chico State or are coming to us for the first time, we are so glad you’re here. We are particularly proud of our over 20 different master's programs across the campus, offering degrees in disciplines from English to Education, Science to Social Work, Communications Disorders to Computer Science, and Business to Biology. If you cannot decide on one, we even offer a master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies where students work closely with faculty mentors to design a unique set of courses that fits their own interests and career goals.

On this section of our website, you will find all of the resources you need to be successful. The Graduate Studies team is available to support you along your journey. Please call, email, or stop by SSC 460. We look forward to working with you!

If you are a new graduate student, then you won't want to miss the New Graduate Student Orientation. This orientation is offered at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. Learn more about the orientation and other important information you will need as a new graduate student.

Discover valuable information regarding Graduate Policies, program coordinators, the Council for Graduate Students, and other essential resources. Gain insights and access the necessary information to navigate your program effectively.

Culminating activities allow students to demonstrate mastery of their discipline through exams, theses, projects, papers, or creative works. Learn more about what your program requires.

The University and the Office of Graduate Studies provide several opportunities for fellowships, awards, and financial aid assistance. Explore opportunities available to all graduate students.