California State University Chico

Fee Structure

At California State University Chico, we understand that transparency and clarity regarding expenses are crucial for prospective students. Here’s a breakdown of the expenses you can anticipate during your academic journey:

Item	Description
Credits	Each course at California State University Chico is assigned a specific number of credits, representing the workload and academic value of the course.
Tuition Fee per Year	The tuition fee covers the cost of academic instruction and support services provided by the institution. This fee is calculated on a per-year basis and varies depending on the program of study.
Living Expenses per Year	Living expenses encompass costs associated with accommodation, food, transportation, utilities, and personal expenses. These expenses are estimated based on the average cost of living in the area where the institution is located.
Other Expenses	Other expenses may include health insurance, books and supplies, technology fees, and miscellaneous costs related to academic and personal needs.

Total Amount for I20:

For international students applying for an I20, the total amount required includes the sum of tuition fees, living expenses, and other expenses for one academic year.

Visa Application:

When applying for a visa, it’s recommended to carry 1.5(i.e $ 50,145) times the total amount mentioned in the I20 to ensure you have sufficient funds to cover unexpected expenses and demonstrate financial stability to the visa authorities.

Item	Description
Total Amount for I20	Sum of tuition fees, living expenses, and other expenses for one academic year.
Visa Application	Recommended to carry 1.5 times(i.e $ 50,145) the total amount mentioned in the I20.
Cost per Credit	Calculated by dividing the total tuition fee for the year by the total number of credits.

Please note that these figures are subject to change and may vary depending on the program of study and individual circumstances. For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding fees, please refer to the official documentation provided by California State University Chico.

Should you have any further inquiries or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to California State University Chico admissions office.

Admission Requirements

California State University, Chico (Chico State) is a public university in Chico, California. It was founded in 1887 as one of about 180 "normal schools" founded by state governments in the 19th century to train teachers for the rapidly growing public common schools. Some closed but most steadily expanded their role and became state colleges in the early 20th century and state universities in the late 20th century..To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Requirement Name	Required Score
Evaluation	Evaluation of applicant's academic background Not Required.
Backlogs	No more than 6 backlogs during the entire academic career
15 Years Education	Completion of 15 years of formal education Not Accepted.

Degree Certificate & Provisional/Course Completion:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The Registrar of University/Controller of Exams
• Provisional/Course completion Certificate required for final year students.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

Individual Mark Statements and Consolidated All Memos:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The Registrar of University/Controller of Exams.
• Only Consolidated mark sheet will not be accepted.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

10+2 /Equivalent Mark Sheet:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by the College Principal/Technical Board.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

10th /Equivalent Mark Sheets:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The School Principal.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo Score Card:

• Official reporting should be done by the Student
• Photocopy

Statement of Purpose (Approx. 750 words):

• Hard and Soft copy

Bank Certificate:

• Original letterhead of bank with the a/c no. / a/c holder name / Amount in INR and US $

Affidavit of Support:

• Signed by the Sponsor & every university has its own affidavit
• Original

Passport – First and Last Page (2 pages):

• Photocopy

Photograph – Colour:

• Passport size

Other Certificates – Extra Curricular Activities:

• Photocopy

Resume:

• Duly signed
• Hard and Soft copy

Experience Letter:

• Required if more than 6 months gap / showing experience in resume
• Photocopy