C A L I F O R N I A S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y “Today Decides Tomorrow” CHICO

ADMISSIONS U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. FALL 2011 FRESHMEN APPLICANT POOL Average GPA Average ACT Average SAT Admitted Students % of applicants were admitted 15,438 Applied 11,476 Admitted * Preliminary data as of 8/23/2011

U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Admission LOCAL ADMISSION AREA -Butte-Lassen-Siskiyou -Colusa-Modoc-Sutter -Eastern Trinity-Plumas-Tehama -Glenn-Shasta-Yuba Students must meet CSU admission requirements and eligibility index 10 th and 11 th grade GPA used to determine eligibility SAT/ACT test scores are required for admission

ACADEMICS U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. POPULAR MAJORS Liberal StudiesRecreation Administration Business AdministrationBiology PsychologyCommunication Design EngineeringConstruction Management Computer ScienceJournalism MarketingApplied Computer Graphics IMPACTED PROGRAMS 1.) Pre-Nursing, Nursing: Selection based on characteristics of the applicant pool, GPA, and SAT/ACT scores. 2.) Recording Arts: Completion of prerequisite coursework, minimum 2.5 GPA, written essay, academic performance and musical ability.

ADMISSIONS U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Impacted to first-time freshmen Applicant pool determines characteristics for admission offers SAT (CR & M) or ACT is required regardless of GPA. Must take exam(s) by the December 2011 test date Subject requirements must be met by graduation No summer work will be allowed to meet admission requirements It is the student’s responsibility to check his/her Portal account and campus often, as these are the official communication methods of CSU, Chico. SELECTION PROCESS

Admission IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Priority Filing Period: October 1- November 30 Admission offers begin late January on a rolling basis EPT/ELM must be taken by May, preferably earlier due to ESP Chico Preview Day: October 22, 2011 CSU, Chico Scholarship applications are accepted online from October 1- December 15 (prior to admission offers) On-campus housing applications accepted mid April on a first- come, first-served basis

Admission IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Students must submit Intent-to-Enroll and $200 non-refundable Enrollment Confirmation Deposit by May 1 All final, official transcripts must be received by July 15 (w/ high school graduation date) EOP electronic Applicant Information Form must be submitted by November 30 EOP letters of recommendation and high school transcripts due by January 31 Summer Orientation sessions take place June-July (recommended)

CSU, CHICO New Information for Fall 2012 U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Admissions Appeals: Basis for appeal with contact information Due within15 days from date of denial Appeal information will be included in denial letter Limit one per term

CSU, CHICO New Information for Fall 2012 U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Early Start Program (ESP): Students must begin remediation the summer before fall enrollment CSU, Chico will communicate with admitted students about ESP Look for ESP “Smart Page” at ELM/EPT must be taken early (no later than May) Students must notify CSU, Chico of how they will complete their required ESP participation Students may complete ESP at CSU, Chico, other CSU’s or CCC’s

CONTACT INFORMATION U N A B R I D G E D The complete experience. Contact Information: Admissions: (800) EOP: (800) Financial Aid: (530) Housing: (800) CAMPUS TOURS Offered Monday through Saturday throughout the year Request a tour online! We look forward to seeing you on campus!