California State University - Chico Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from Chico State?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from Chico State below.

Within California, California State University - Chico is Considered an Average Quality College at a Great Price.

California State University - Chico's overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in a great value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - Chico in the #15 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Good Quality and Underpriced

California State University - Chico provides a good, quality education at an overall net price that is lower than other nationwide colleges and universities delivering a comparable education. This results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Chico State a #361 ranking on the Overall Best Colleges for the Money list.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at California State University - Chico compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$83,850 - Truman State University $116,126 - University of Evansville
	Good	$127,666 - California State University - Chico $130,339 - Roberts Wesleyan College $133,602 - Morehouse College
Average	Fair	$136,538 - Hood College $142,604 - Arcadia University $142,197 - California State Polytechnic University - Pomona
	Low	$144,609 - Longwood University $145,376 - Lewis University $150,831 - Wilkes University
Overpriced	Poor

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $127,666

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Chico will cost you about $127,666. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $26,706 per year and an average of 4.8 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$26,706
Average Years to Graduate	4.8
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$127,666

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at California State University - Chico. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$149,953	522	A
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$127,666	773	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$114,577	716	B+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$113,996	7	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$91,709	14	A-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$78,620	15	B+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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