California State University-Chico

California State University, also referred to as CSU, Chico State, or Cal State Chico, is located in Chico, California, United States. CSU is the second-oldest campus in the California State University system. The university was originally established in 1887 as a school. After a few name and status changes, it finally became California State University, Chico in 1972. This was a result of legislation being passed in 1971.

U.S. News & World Report(2008) ranked CSU 6th Best Public Master's Level University in the West. It offers various degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:

• College of Agriculture
• College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
• College of Business
• College of Communication and Education
• College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management
• College of Humanities and Fine Arts
• College of Natural Sciences
• College of Regional and Continuing Education
• College of School of Graduate, International, and Interdisciplinary Studies

CSU has an active Greek life. There are several fraternities and sororities governed by the Multicultural Greek Council, the Panhellenic Council, and the Interfraternity Council. CSU’s athletic teams are nicknamed the Wildcats.

California State University-Chico Highlights

Where California State University-Chico stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in design, liberal arts, nutrition and exercise therapy, art studies, music, and computer science and engineering.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Large number of students.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• High faculty salary.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Cal State Chico Students

The student enrollment at Cal State Chico was 17,034 in 2007 (15,886 full-time equivalent).

About 46% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 54% of the class.

Undergrads are 91% of enrolled students and graduate students are 9%.

About 2% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 98% of incoming freshmen.

Among freshmen students, 98% are full-time and 2% are part-time.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Cal State Chico participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Cal State Chico provides on-campus housing for 1,947 of its 15,886 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 15 meals weekly.

Cal State Chico Athletics

Cal State Chico is in the California Collegiate Athletic Association for major sports.

Cal State Chico offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 77 male students received the aid (men were 51% of those receiving aid) and 75 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 49% of students receiving such aid) .

Cal State Chico Admissions (2007)

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