The Value of an Education from California State University - Chico

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 California State University - Chico below.

Understanding Value

Use the value of an education from California State University - Chico to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within California, California State University - Chico is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

California State University - Chico's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - Chico in the #16 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Priced Below Average for Educational Quality

California State University - Chico's educational quality places it squarely in the middle tier of our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, students benefit from a below-average net price when compared to other colleges and universities delivering similar educational quality nationwide. This combination of educational quality at a lower cost results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Chico State a #419 ranking on the 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	$51,262 - Converse College $80,452 - Wells College $102,591 - Hastings College $113,536 - Lycoming College
	Good	$127,199 - Saint Ambrose University $127,413 - California State University - Chico $127,543 - Lynchburg College
Average	Fair
	Low	$145,634 - Concordia University - Irvine
Overpriced	Poor	$153,284 - Marymount University $192,055 - Lawrence Technological University

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $127,413

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Chico will cost you about $127,413. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $26,503 per year and an average of 4.8 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$26,503
Average Years to Graduate	4.8
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$127,413

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'. However, 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	$149,111	454	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$127,413	658	B-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$104,829	437	A-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$112,957	7	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$91,259	15	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$68,675	10	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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The Value of an Education from California State University - Chico

What is the Value of an Education from Chico State?

Understanding Value

Within California, California State University - Chico is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Priced Below Average for Educational Quality

And the Grand Total Comes To: $127,413

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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