Rankings of California State University, Chico

California State University, Chico (CSU Chico) is a publicly funded institution of higher education based in Chico, California. Enjoying one of the largest enrollment rates within the California State University system, Chico has a total enrollment of roughly 16,625 students who have 126 bachelor’s degree programs and 35 master’s degrees to choose from. The picturesque main campus houses extensive athletic facilities, including a full-size stadium, and the Gateway Science Museum and Meriam Library.

Latest ranking updates for California State University, Chico
  • March 2024: California State University, Chico ranks 3497 in the latest Scimago Institutions Rankings from Scimago Institutions.
  • July 2023: Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities update. California State University, Chico achieves place 1594.
  • August 2022: Forbes announced latest results of Forbes: America's Top Colleges with California State University, Chico in position 212.
  • May 2022: MONEY Best Colleges in America, ranked by value update. California State University, Chico achieves place 48.

University rankings

    • #330 
    • #333 
    Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
    [Published 14 September, 2021]
    • #211 
    • #212 
    Forbes: America's Top Colleges
    [Published 30 August, 2022]
    • #173 
    • #175 
    Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only)
    [Published 11 November, 2021]
    • #450 
    • #3497 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2024]
    • #37 
    • #37 
    MONEY Best Public Colleges
    [Published 16 May, 2022]
    • #48 
    • #48 
    MONEY Best Colleges in America, ranked by value
    [Published 16 May, 2022]
    • #13 
    • #14 
    MONEY Best Colleges You Can Actually Get Into
    [Published 25 August, 2020]
    • #219 
    • #222 
    Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
    [Published 11 November, 2021]
    • #20 
    • #21 
    MONEY Colleges That Add the Most Value
    [Published 25 August, 2020]
    • #329 
    • #1594 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]

Subject rankings

Computer Science

    • #114 
    • #114 
    Computer Science
    Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
    [Published 11 November, 2021]

Engineering

    • #69 
    • #68 
    Engineering
    Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
    [Published 11 November, 2021]

Medicine & Health

    • #122 
    • #120 
    Nursing & Health Care
    Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
    [Published 11 November, 2021]

Highest subject rankings for California State University, Chico

Engineering Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
#68 
Engineering
Computer Science Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
#114 
Computer Science
Nursing & Health Care Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
#120 
Medicine & Health

About California State University, Chico

PROS

  • The library complex holds close to one million physical volumes, more than 41,000 articles, and journals, and over 100 electronic databases.
  • One of the most common opinions expressed by learners is that the students in general and staff are supportive, and always try to do their best to help you succeed.
  • The campus is close to San Francisco and Sacramento airport. Also nearby is the Amtrak train station, which is especially appreciated by international students.

CONS

  • Some students are concerned about violent incidents at campus parties, so it’s recommended to be aware of who is around you.
  • Numerous students have expressed that there is not much cultural diversity at CSU Chico.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1887
Telephone:
+1 530-898-4636
Address:
400 W 1st Street
95929-01, Chico
USA
Website:
https://www.csuchico.edu/
Social:
  • Chico State – Students in action
  • Chico State - Transfer Student Success
  • Best Chico Experience - Class of 2016
  • Chico State Student Experiences
  • Chico State Clubs, Organizations and Student Life

Map of California State University, Chico

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