C+
Rating
Public
Type
19,323
Students
$17,622
Tuition
72%
Acceptance
#211
Ranking
Small City
Campus Setting
California State University-Chico is a large public institution located in Chico, CA ranked 70thin California. It has a total of 18,053 full-time undergraduate students and is not very competitive, accepting a smidgeon north of 5 out of 7 applicants. California State University-Chico offers 111 different majors and is best known for its construction engineering technology, game and interactive media design, and agriculture programs (nationally ranked 7th, 10th, and 12th respectively). With a tuition cost of $5,742 for in-state students and $17,622 for those from out-of-state, California State University-Chico is moderately priced. 66.19% of students graduate starting the next phase of their lives, working. After graduation, alumni go on to earn about $48,100 per year, which is 16% over the national median.
California State University-Chico
National Average
$37,874/year
Total annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses; excluding any financial aid, grants or scholarships.
$29,023/year
Average annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses after financial aid, grants or scholarships.
California State University-Chico
National
990 - 1190
90% of students submit
14%
17 - 24
28% of students submit
Required
$70
Full-Time
Part-Time
47%
83%
53%
15%
14%
1%
16% Business Administration and Management, General
6% Psychology, General
4% Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
73% Others
16%
757 Graduates
6%
293 Graduates
4%
195 Graduates
4%
184 Graduates
3%
143 Graduates
3%
136 Graduates
3%
126 Graduates
3%
126 Graduates
Students
Professors
24
542,676
$7,046
84%
Total spend on salaries and wages to all employees, faculty, staff, per student.
High retention indicates students are generally satisfied with their experience.
California State University-Chico
National
$38,200
2 Years After Graduation
1%
$48,100
6 Years After Graduation
66%