Colleges · Chico
Colleges in Chico, CA
Chico is home to 2 colleges with about 12,403 students on campus. The largest is California State University-Chico. 1 more college is within 15 miles.
U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard & IPEDSColleges
2degree-granting, in Chico
Students on campus
12,403fall enrollment, not counting online-only
Largest
California State University-Chico12,379 on campus
Most selective
California State University-Chicoadmits 93% of applicants
Lowest net price
California State University-Chico$14,480 a year after aid
Every college
All 2 colleges in Chico
University or collegeCommunity collegeBigger dot = more students on campus
Also in Chico: Butte County Regional Occupational Program (career schools).
Net price is the average a year after grants for families on federal aid; earnings are the median 10 years after starting. Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS (Scorecard 06/10/2026 · IPEDS 2024 · fall 2023).
Within reach
Other colleges near Chico
1 more college is within 30 miles of Chico.
Straight-line distance from the center of Chico. Degree-granting colleges with students on campus.