California State University: Chico - BigFuture College Search

Overview

Type
4-year • Public
Campus Life
Large • Suburban
Average Per Year After Aid
$14K
SAT Range
930–1190
Graduation Rate
60.3%
Special Mission
HSI

California State University: Chico is a large, 4-year, public university and liberal arts college. This coed college is located in a city in a suburban setting and is primarily a residential campus. It offers certificate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 91.07% and a graduation rate of 60.3%.

From the Institution

Part of the country's largest public university system, Chico State is nationally recognized for its high-value degrees, empowering social mobility, and preparing students to lead in a changing world. The regional comprehensive university enrolls more than 14,800 students from across California and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution where nearly half of students are the first in their family to pursue a four-year degree. A U.S. News & World Report "Top Public School in the West" for more than two decades, Chico State offers more than 300 programs of study with areas of strength including agriculture and the environment, healthcare, education, engineering, and more. Located in a beautiful and globally connected region of Northern California, Chico State is primarily a residential campus where 80% of students live within walking or biking distance from campus. The University's distinctive learning environments-including its 800-acre University Farm and the largest ecological reserve in the California State University system-reflect its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and hands-on education. Since 1887, Chico State has helped students build meaningful futures through purpose-driven learning, personal connection, and real-world experience.

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College Board Code

4048

Application Types Accepted

Common Application
Online through college's own website
Other

Fee Waiver Info

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Contact Information

Important Dates

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December 15

Regular Application Due

June 30

Financial Aid Application Due

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