California State University-Chico

Chico, California

Public·Four or more years·Master's degree·GPA 3.40

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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.

Rankings: #6 (Washington Monthly)▼
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 ↗
Tuition — In-State: $8,064▼
Total CoA (on-campus): $28,030
Room & Board: $16,020
Books & Supplies: $1,052

First and Normal Sts, Chico, California, 95929-0150

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