About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Jeff Logsden
Public Contact Coordinator
Public Contact Coordinator
Address
Office of Admissions
400 West First S
Chico, CA 95929-0720
400 West First S
Chico, CA 95929-0720
Phone
1-800-542-4426
Email
INFO@csuchico.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Bell Memorial Union
Meriam Library
Trinity Commons
Humanities Gallery/University Gallery
Wildcat Recreation Center
Nettleton Stadium; on-campus housing facilities; athletic facilities; Wildcat Recreation Center; New Humanity and Fine Arts building Taylor II, which includes a new ceramic and glass blowing labs, as well as, a new Recording Arts Studio, which is top of the line in its technology.
Meriam Library
Trinity Commons
Humanities Gallery/University Gallery
Wildcat Recreation Center
Nettleton Stadium; on-campus housing facilities; athletic facilities; Wildcat Recreation Center; New Humanity and Fine Arts building Taylor II, which includes a new ceramic and glass blowing labs, as well as, a new Recording Arts Studio, which is top of the line in its technology.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Bidwell Mansion
Downtown Chico
Sierra Nevada Taproom and Restaurant
The Chico Museum
Gateway Science Museum
The Chico Area Recreation and Park District (CARD) offers free or inexpensive recreational programs for about 40,000 participants annually. About 340 adult softball teams play in CARD leagues. Chico has more than 50 tennis courts, over a dozen racquetball courts, a bowling alley, a roller-skating rink, four golf courses, and six gymnasiums. Bicycle magazine named Chico "America's Best Bike Town" in 1997. Snow skiing is two hours away. Three recreational lakes are within a few hours' distance. Bidwell Park has barbecue pits, swimming pools, softball diamonds, a children's playground, and horseback and jogging trails. Bidwell Nature Center and Chico Creek Nature Center offer educational experiences for children and adults.
Downtown Chico
Sierra Nevada Taproom and Restaurant
The Chico Museum
Gateway Science Museum
The Chico Area Recreation and Park District (CARD) offers free or inexpensive recreational programs for about 40,000 participants annually. About 340 adult softball teams play in CARD leagues. Chico has more than 50 tennis courts, over a dozen racquetball courts, a bowling alley, a roller-skating rink, four golf courses, and six gymnasiums. Bicycle magazine named Chico "America's Best Bike Town" in 1997. Snow skiing is two hours away. Three recreational lakes are within a few hours' distance. Bidwell Park has barbecue pits, swimming pools, softball diamonds, a children's playground, and horseback and jogging trails. Bidwell Nature Center and Chico Creek Nature Center offer educational experiences for children and adults.
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
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Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
N/A
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Arrangements
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Other
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
The closest international airport is located 90 miles south of Chico, in Sacramento. There are two shuttle services provided by two companies we recommend, as well as taxi services. Chico is served by the Greyhound bus line and Amtrak trains. United Express provides air service. Chico Municipal Airport is within 10 minutes of downtown. A municipal bus line, CATS, provides bus service throughout the community, and Butte County Transit provides service throughout Butte County. The Chico Clipper provides transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities.
Driving Instructions to Campus
Chico is 90 miles north of Sacramento, and is 174 miles northeast of San Francisco. http://www.csuchico.edu/directions/
Local Accommodations
This link provides visitors with all the lodging accommodations in the Chico area:
http://web.chicochamber.com/Hotels-Motels
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 22,816
Acceptance Rate: 91%
Average HS GPA: 3.40
GPA Breakdown
12%
4.0
15%
3.75 - 3.99
17%
3.50 - 3.74
17%
3.25 - 3.49
19%
3.00 - 3.24
18%
2.50 - 2.99
1%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 598
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
443 - 570
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
913 - 1025
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 30
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Regular — December 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
20.5:1
Total Faculty
895
with Terminal Degree
486
497
Women
398
Men
175
Minority
11
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
34%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
64%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
Agricultural Communication/Journalism.
Agriculture, General.
Agronomy and Crop Science.
Animal Sciences, General.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Asian Studies/Civilization.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other.
Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American/Chicano Studies.
Latin American Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology.
Ecology.
Microbiology, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Management Information Systems and Services, Other.
Management Science.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies, Other.
Journalism.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
Radio and Television.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Graphics.
Computer Science.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Agricultural Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education, General.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Engineering/Industrial Management.
Engineering-Related Fields, Other.
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering, General.
Engineering, Other.
Mechanical Engineering.
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Rhetoric and Composition.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Child Development.
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services, Other.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Dietetics/Dietitian.
Health Services Administration.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Pre-Nursing Studies.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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LEISURE AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Theatre/Theater.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Humanities/Humanistic Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Applied Mathematics, General.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies.
Natural Sciences.
Nutrition Sciences.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General.
Chemistry, General.
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physical Sciences.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Geography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Design and Visual Communications, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Musical Theatre.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Carolyn Shoemaker, Astronomer
Discovered a comet
Sandra Lerner, Entrepreneur
Founder of Urban Decay Cosmetics
Chris Wondolowski
Major league soccer and United States national team player
Raymond Carver
Famous American author
Mark Ulriksen
New Yorker cover, illustrator
Mike Thompson
U.S. Congressman from California
Matt Olmstead
TV Writer/Producer - Chicago Med, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
34%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
64%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$11,385
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$10,559
Average Need-Based Loan
$2,478
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
16%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$4,991
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$10,331
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$5,742
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$0
Required Fees
$2,230
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,210
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$3,880
Transportation for Commuters
$1,400
On-Campus Room and Board
$12,489
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
12,866
Foreign Countries Represented
70
Demographics
5.74%
Asian
2.77%
Black
38.31%
Hispanic
42.29%
Caucasian
3.55%
Unknown
1.24%
International
55% female
45% male
3% are out of state
90% are full time
10% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
2%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
60%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
85/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
International Student
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Accessibility Resource Center
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Holly Hunt
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
verified documentation from the appropriate licensed practitionerDocumentation Required for ADHD
verified documentation from the appropriate licensed practitionerSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
330
Number of Honor Societies
11
Number of Social Sororities
11
Number of Religious Organizations
4
7% join a fraternity
7% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
3% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Wildcats)
6 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Wildcats)
7 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Womens Center
Health
Womens Center
Sustainability
95/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Gold
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
5%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Car Sharing Program
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education:
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Dell, Apple, HP
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
