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California State University-Chico

Chico, California, United States
University

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Acceptance Rate
91%
Completion Rate
63%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
California State University-Chico
Location
Chico, California, United States
Undergraduate students
13631
International Students
1%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
23:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Mild coastal
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$18,142/yr
2026-27, across 82 courses with a confirmed fee
IELTS (overall)
6.0
most common published minimum

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Courses at California State University-Chico

82 courses, A–Z.