Overview
Student Population
| Location | Chico, California |
| Online | csuchico.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Chico, California, California State University Chico is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 23,964 prospective students applied, and 15,639 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,725 enrolled in the school. 16,001 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,577 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $1,866. CSU is ranked 556 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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CSU is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for California State University Chico within the 2020 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#556 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#181 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#47 in Best Colleges in California
#15 in Best Public Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1000/1190 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.21 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,918 |
| Other Fees | $1,866 |
| Room and Board | $12,550 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,548 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,624 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,918 |
| Other Fees | $1,866 |
| Room and Board | $12,550 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,548 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,504 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110538 IPEDS survey data for California State University Chico.
Current students may use the California State University Chico GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.