Frequently asked questions by international students
- Get to Chico?
- Prepare my documents to enter the U.S.?
- Pay my fees
- Find housing in Chico?
- Purchase and submit proof of health insurance?
- Apply for scholarships, grants, fee waivers and emergency loans?
- Apply for a social security card?
- Apply for a California ID Card or Driver’s License?
- Get an on-campus job?
- Find a free tutor for academic subjects?
- Find a free ESL tutor?
- Get technical support?
- Apply for OPT or CPT?
- Meet other Chico State students?
- Work or volunteer for the international office?
- Apply to graduate?
- Change my major?
You must first meet with an international student advisor before you change your major. Your advisor will explain next steps.
- Get help with my academic writing?
- Writing Center (for all students)
- ESL Support Services (for international students)
- Meriam Library – your major’s librarian will help you do research
