California State University-Chico

California State University-Chico is a public four-year institution located in Chico, California. The university enrolls 15,709 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 60 out of 100. It reports a 64% completion rate and an 84% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), showing strong student retention at one of the larger campuses in the California State University system.

CSU Chico offers several applied and technical programs relevant to the trades and engineering fields. These include Construction Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Engineering/Industrial Management, Engineering-Related Fields, and Registered Nursing. These programs combine classroom instruction with practical applications, preparing graduates for careers in construction, manufacturing, and healthcare.

Situated in a midsize city in Northern California's Sacramento Valley, Chico provides a college-town atmosphere with proximity to both agricultural and growing urban industries. CSU Chico serves as a major regional institution for students seeking applied technical degrees in engineering and health sciences.