Admissions Information

Upcoming Application Opportunities

The Fall 2024 application period is open, with a deadline of February 15, 2024. Students apply for admission to a degree program and to the University on the Cal State Apply website. 

You may find it helpful to refer to our step-by-step instructions for filling out the Cal State Apply application. The application fee is $70 and includes a complete evaluation of your transcripts. This process is the same for students applying to on-campus degree programs.

For general application requirements for transfer students, please visit the Admissions Office website. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the Admissions Office at 530-898-6322 or toll-free at 1-800-542-4426. The email address is info@csuchico.edu.

To receive an email alert whenever an application period is added or is changed, as well as detailed information about Chico State online degree programs, please complete our online information request form.

To Enroll in Classes Before Admission

If you wish to enroll in online courses as a non-admitted student, check out our Open University program. Enrollment is on a space-available basis, with the instructor's permission. Before you enroll in any courses, we suggest you contact the academic advisor for the degree program in which you are interested.

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