Established in 1887, California State University, Chico is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Chico (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, California State University, Chico (CSU Chico) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. California State University, Chico (CSU Chico) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 133 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 