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94%
Open Admissions
64%
Graduation
About California State University-Chico
California State University-Chico is a public four-year institution located in Chico, California. With an enrollment of approximately 13,057 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 94%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 64%. Graduates earn a median salary of $64,172 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $14,838 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
94%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
64%
Enrollment
13,057
Total students
Median Earnings
$64,172
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$8,064
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,944
Per year
Average Net Price
$14,838
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$19,944/yr
In-State Tuition$8,064/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$14,838/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$59,352
10-Year Earnings
$641,720
ROI Multiple
10.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at California State University-Chico
Student Outcomes
64%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$64k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
13,057
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
