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.
Established
1887
Motto
"Today Decides Tomorrow"
Mascot
Willie the Wildcat
Type
Public university
Conference
Division II of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
94%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
13,057Students
20:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$64,172Earnings 10yr
$14,838Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate93.7%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,064
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,944
Room & Board$16,020
Books & Supplies$1,052
Total Cost of Attendance$25,590
Average Net Price$14,838
Median Debt at Graduation$16,552
Monthly Payment (10yr)$175
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,045
$30–48K$10,612
$48–75K$13,937
$75–110K$18,380
$110K+$23,572
Programs (120)
Student Body
Undergrads
13,057
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
47%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%
Race & Ethnicity
White 42%
Black 3%
Hispanic 38%
Asian 6%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate63.6%
Freshman Retention83.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,493
8 Years$58,630
10 Years$64,172
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$49,300
Men
$62,700
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Chico State
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia