Chico, California · ★ 3.0 / 5 Overall (1 Student Review)
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Public · 4-year · Master's
California State University, Chico is a public university in Chico, California, United States, founded in 1887. It is the second-oldest campus in the California State University system and offers bachelor's and master's degree programs along with four types of teaching credentials. The university is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
Master's Universities
Ranked #6 in Master's Universities (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
Value rank
Ranked #27 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
National rank
Ranked #222 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
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First and Normal Sts, Chico, California, 95929-0150
Visit University SiteTotal: 14,523
Undergrad: 13,160
Undergrad full-time: 11,831
Graduate: 1,363
Part-time: 1,910
In-state
Tuition: $8,064
Total cost on campus: $28,030
Out-of-state
Tuition: $19,944
Total cost on campus: $39,910
Room & board: $16,020
Books & supplies: $1,052
Receive aid: 73%
Avg grant aid: $10,331
Pell grant recipients: 38%
Rent: $772 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $6.50
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $6.37 / gal
State average price. AAA.
Average meal: $6.16
Published board plan, per meal. IPEDS.