Office of Admissions, CSU, Chico

Out of State - Application Information

When to Apply

Because CSU, Chico is growing in popularity, we strongly recommend that you apply during the initial filing period to ensure we save a space for you until we can determine your eligibility. The application filing periods are as follows:

Fall Semester.......................October 1 - November 30

Spring Semester...................August 1 – 31

Spring 2008: Closed

Fall 2008: Closed

How to Apply

Our preference is for you to apply online. It's quick and easy, and it also expedites the processing of your application! We do, however, still accept paper applications if you are unable to apply via the Internet.

Apply Online

Access our electronic application at CSUMentor.

PDF Version

Download a PDF version of the application (*Applications viewable and printable in Acrobat Reader).

pdf Fall 2008 - Spring 2009 CSU Undergraduate Admission Application

What do I Send?

Once you apply, be sure to follow up by sending the necessary documents for an admission decision.

Freshman: Send SAT or ACT test scores

Lower Division Transfers: Send SAT or ACT test scores, official high school transcript, and official transcripts from each college you've attended.

Upper Division Transfers: Send official transcripts from each college you’ve attended.