Office of Admissions, CSU, Chico

Freshman Students - Outreach and Support

Educational Talent Search

Talent Search is designed to assist low-income and first-generation students in grades 6-12 prepare for their future - students with academic potential who want to continue their education beyond high school, but who need some extra help. Talent Search encourages students and provides them with support that gives them the confidence and skills needed to succeed in junior high, high school, and college.

Mathematics Engineering, and Science Achievement Program

MESA is an academic enrichment program that serves educationally disadvantaged students with an emphasis, to the extent possible by law, on students from groups with low rates of college eligibility so they excel in math and science and attain math-based degrees from four-year institutions.

Educational Opportunity Program

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) improves the access and retention of low-income and first-generation college students. EOP offers support services such as assistance with the application process, transitional activities, and academic advising.  For more information on applying to EOP, go to EOP Admissions.

Disability Support Services

The mission of the Disability Support Services at California State University, Chico is to increase access and retention for students with permanent and temporary disabilities by ensuring equitable treatment in all aspects of campus life. Visit DSS website at www.csuchico.edu/dss for eligibility and services.

Campus Wellness Center

The Campus Wellness Center’s purpose is to promote holistic healthy lifestyles and well-being among CSU, Chico students. Its mission is to maximize individual choices and responsibility for one's own well-being and lifestyle.

Student Health Center

The Student Health Center is an outpatient primary care clinic, staffed by 5 physicians, 7 nurse practitioners, and 1 physician assistant, which provides medical care to students enrolled in the University.

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

HACU represents more than 300 colleges and universities committed to Hispanic higher education success in the United States, Puerto Rico, Latin America and Spain. Chico State is proud to be a member of this organization.