Campus Vibe
Known for business — excellent value
California State University-Chico is a public institution in Chico with particular strength in business and psychology.
A large campus of 13.1K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,172 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,838.
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California State University-Chico Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$14,838
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
66.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
98
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (120)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports — Chico State
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average