California State University - Chico

California State University, Chico is a comprehensive university principally serving Northern California, it?s state and nation through excellence in instruction, research, creative activity, and public service. Chico State was founded in 1887. It is one of the oldest post-secondary institutions in California and among the most highly ranked public universities in the West.

The University offers high-quality academic programs in a safe and comfortable environment. It offers over 300 undergraduates and graduate academic programs. These include 70 undergraduate majors in the liberal arts and in professional and technical areas. Many of our majors are divided into areas of specialization as options. In addition, students may choose from a wide variety of minors, teaching credentials, certificates, and graduate programs. Pre-professional advising is available in several areas for students who plan to continue on to professional schools.

CSU, Chico is located in the heart of downtown Chico. The campus provides many shopping and dining opportunities. It is described as one of the most beautiful campuses in the CSU system. The Chico Area has many outdoor recreational opportunities.