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Your journey to becoming a Wildcat starts with an application.

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Here to Help

If you have questions about completing your application—or anything at all—let us know. You can speak to a live admissions expert on the phone or using chat during our open hours. No automated voice messages—we promise!

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Student Services Center 130
Phone: 800-542-4426
Email: info@csuchico.edu

Start Your Application

Take the next step toward your future by applying to Chico State. You’ll complete your application online through Cal State Apply. Get started today!

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First-Time

If you’re a high school student or high school grad without college coursework beyond the summer after graduation, start here.

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Transfer

If you’ve studied at another college or university and are ready to become a Wildcat, use this link.

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Graduate

Apply to one of our master’s degree programs here. Second bachelor’s applicants use this app, too.

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International

From another country? You’re not alone: Join students from 52 different nations at Chico State.

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Teaching Credential

Earn a credential to teach kindergarten, elementary school, high school, or special education.

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Returning Students

Welcome back! If you’ve studied at Chico State before, you can apply for re-admission.

How to Apply

Learn about the steps to apply and requirements for your student type:

Deadlines to Apply

Undergraduate

US Students

International Students

Graduate

US and International Students

Paving the Way for You

College may feel just beyond your reach. Because nobody else in your family has gone. Because you wonder if it’s affordable. Because you just can’t see yourself here. But we can. These are a few of the programs that can help make a Chico State education possible.

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California Promise Program

Low-income and first-generation students entering certain programs receive special advising, priority registration, and guaranteed graduation in four years or less.

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Educational Opportunity Program

College is easier with a team on your side. Low-income and first-generation students in EOP have access to tutors, peer and professional counseling, additional advising, and more.

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Western Undergraduate Exchange

Non-residents can enroll at Chico State with reduced out-of-state tuition through the WUE scholarship program. Open to students from the western United States and several US territories.

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Chico State VETS Office

Maximize the benefits you’ve earned by serving our country. Turn to the Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) office for assistance.

Application Tips

Chico State Admissions Requirements/Criteria

First-time undergraduates and transfer students must meet GPA and course requirements. No SAT or ACT test scores are required.

International students should review the international admissions qualifications f or specific requirements, including the English proficiency requirement .

Graduate students must meet the University requirements as well as any additional requirements by the specific program.

Residency Information

The determination of residency for tuition purposes affects whether a student pays in-state or out-of-state tuition fees and is guided by California state law. Out-of-state tuition fees are higher than in-state tuition fees.

Visit the California State University Residency website to review CSU residency requirements, important residence determination dates, and exceptions and exemptions, along with important residency forms and information regarding the appeal process. International students (F or J visa) are considered out-of-state students.

DACA, undocumented, or AB540 students:

  1. In your Cal State Apply Extended Profile, select "No" when it asks if you require an F1 or J1 visa.
  2. Select "California" as the state of residence if you consider California to be your permanent home.
  3. In the Citizenship/Residency Information section of the application, select "None" for your US citizenship.
Issues with Cal State Apply

The Cal State Apply Applicant Help Center has handy documentation and how-to's, troubleshooting information, and more.

Review the Quick Start FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.

If you still need support, you’ll find the fastest support through the chat feature while logged into the application. You can also contact customer service (response times can be up to three business days).

Have your CAS ID# (application ID number) when contacting customer service. It can be found in the upper-right corner of your application.

Applicants with Disabilities

If you require assistance in completing your application, email support@calstateapply.myliaison.com and let us know how we can best help you. Additionally, indicate if you permit us to communicate with your parent, guardian, or another third party regarding your application. Once we receive your request, we’ll work with you to schedule time to help you complete your application.

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