Chico State
California State University-Chico · Chico, California · Public
Chico State admitted 91% of 22,542 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 940–1170 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 64% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Chico State
Enter a score to see whether Chico State is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (91%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Early decision and early action
Chico State doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Chico State rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- Where you live
- State residency
Considered
- –
Not considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.40 GPA. 35% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $28,030 in-state and $39,910 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,187 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Chico State’s acceptance rate?
Chico State admitted 91% of applicants: 20,528 of 22,542 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Chico State?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 940 to 1170, with a median around 1055. A score at or above 1055 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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