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California State University - Chico

First and Normal Sts, Chico, CA 95929

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California State University - Chico School Description

Founded in 1887, CSU, Chico is one of the oldest post-secondary institutions in California and among the most highly ranked public universities in the West.

California State University, Chico is a comprehensive university principally serving Northern California, our state and nation through excellence in instruction, research, creative activity, and public service. The University is committed to assist students in their search for knowledge and understanding and to prepare them with the attitudes, skills, and habits of lifelong learning
in order to assume responsibility in a democratic community and to be useful members of a global
society.

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California State University - Chico

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California State University, Chico is the second-oldest campus in the California State University system. It is located in Chico, California, about ninety miles north of Sacramento. California State University, Chico is commonly known as Chico State or Cal State, Chico.

History

On March 12, 1887, a legislative act was enacted to create the Northern Branch State Normal School of California. Less than a month later, Chico was chosen as the location. On June 24, 1887, General John Bidwell donated 8 acres (32,000 m²) of land from his cherry orchard. Then on July 4, 1888, the first cornerstone was laid. On September 3, 1889, doors opened for the 90 enrolled students. The library opened on January 11, 1890 with 350 books. On June 20, 1891 the first graduation took place, a class of 15.

In 1910, Annie Bidwell donated an additional two acres (8,000 m²) of land to be used for work with elementary agriculture. The next year Mrs. Bidwell donated an orange orchard lot 55 x as the children's playground, which is connected to the Training School. Twenty years later in 1921, legislation was enacted to change the school's name to Chico State Teacher's College. In 1922, Chico State Teacher's College added a junior college curriculum and awarded a certificate after two years. Also in 1922 Bidwell Mansion was turned into a women's dormitory, Bidwell Hall. In 1923 the first college paper, The Collegian was published. In 1924, the state board of education allowed the school to grant baccalaureate degrees. Also in 1924, the wildcat was chosen as the mascot. In 1925 the alumni organization was founded. In 1927 a fire destroyed the Normal Building. That same year a gym was built on the grounds of Bidwell Mansion. In 1929, the corner stone for the new administration building was laid on top of Normal Building's original corner stone. In 1929 the student bookstore was established.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Wildcats
Nickname:
Chico State

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
14,447
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$13,860
Students Receiving Aid:
51%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$55
Selectivity:
Selective
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California State University - Chico Degree Programs

Bachelors Degree Programs

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Masters Degree Programs

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California State University - Chico Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Women 55%
Men 45%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 67%
Other 15%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 5%
African-American 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 96%
Out-of-State 4%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
California 96%
Montana 0%
Nevada 0%
Oregon 0%
Washington 0%
Percent of Students International: 2%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 13%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
Baseball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
Track (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)

California State University - Chico Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 3,690 $ 13,860  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 0 $ 10,170  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 3,690 $ 3,690  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,847 33%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,013 18%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 3,418 24%  
Student Loans:
 $ 3,090 30%  
Any Aid:
   51%  

California State University - Chico Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 86% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 91%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 450, Math: 460
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 560, Math: 580
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 26%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 17, Math: 18
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 23, Verbal: 24, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $55.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Not Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on California State University - Chico

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Question: California State University Chico?

To everyone who has been to this campus, who have taken classes here (graduates) and people who are currently taking classes here... how do you like this school? How is the campus, the dorms, the professors, academics and the social life? Am i crazy for picking this school over Long Beach, Fullerton, Northridge and San Francisco state? Please help out a curious, maybe future student. Thanks!
39 months ago
chicopr_gurl
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CSU Chico is a great school. Yes, it does have a party reputation, but that is being cleaned way up. Although, we still know how to have fun. The campus is seriously beautiful, with brick buildings, lots of trees and creeks throughout. The dorms can be small, but they are right on campus which is convienent. The academics have been praised, particularly the liberal studies, communications and business majors. As for being crazy for picking Chico over other schools i dont know. Chico is a small college town, while the others on your list are big city schools. But the good thing is that Chico is only about 1 1/2 from sac and a couple more to SF...so a weekend trip to the city is not out of the question. Hope this helps!
Adam
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Question: Does anyone know what California State University- Chico is like (Is it a good school)?

Hey, I am looking at colleges and have heard that California State University- Chico is really great; I would like to hear from people who have attended, know people who have attend, or just know something about the school. Thanks!
47 months ago
ic3d2
ic3d2

Best Answer

Yes, good school. Of the CSU schools. Chico is one of the best. I would have to say CSU, - Chico, Cal Poly SLO, San Diego and maybe San Jose are in the top of the CSU System. Also the major. Chico is known for Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Communication and K-12 Teaching For an engineering degree at the BS level, graduates from Chico can easily compete with other "top" school in California. Typically they get a better hands on education. Chico was ranked very high as a regional school by US News and World Report. Over 80% of the freshman graduated in the top 10% of their high school class. D2 sports they rank as one of the best Baseball Teams in the nation. Yes, they party but nothing like they used to.

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  • Chico State's Kendall (Administration) Hall
    Chico State's Kendall (Administration) Hall [source]
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    The Chico State Motto, "Today decides tomorrow" [source]
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  • Chico State campus in the spring
    Chico State campus in the spring [source]
  • Chico State campus: Laxson Auditorium
    Chico State campus: Laxson Auditorium [source]
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