·Public University
California State University, Chico (Chico State) is a public university founded in 1887, making it one of the oldest campuses in the California State University system. Located in the foothills of the Northern Sierra Nevada in Chico, California, the university offers a vibrant college town experience with close access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and the Sacramento River. Chico State offers bachelor's and master's degrees in over 130 programs across business, education, engineering technology, health sciences, liberal arts, and natural sciences. Known for its strong academic programs, sustainability initiatives, and engaged campus community, Chico State is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) committed to student success and equity. Willie the Wildcat leads the Wildcats in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Big Sky Conference, competing in football, basketball, baseball, and more. Chico State is accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and is a proud member of the 23-campus CSU system.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$$21,998
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $21,072
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
