(Jason Halley/University Photographer/Chico State)
The sun shines near Kendall Hall on Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Chico, California (Jason Halley/University Photographer/Chico State)
U.S. News & World Report ranked Chico State University as California’s top institution for earning bachelor’s degrees online in its latest higher education rankings. The university is ranked 66th nationally out of more than 350 institutions.
“Chico State University remains a popular destination for students across California, but we have expanded our online learning opportunities to fulfill our mission of providing the widest possible access to a college degree.” said Leslie Cornick, the university’s provost and vice president for academic affairs. Chico state. “Student success is at the heart of what we do, and our dedicated faculty and staff are continually refining our academic services to reach more students and support them on their educational journey.”
One such student is Luz Gonzalez. He excelled in Chico State University’s online liberal arts program and received the prestigious CSU Board of Regents Award for Outstanding Achievement without ever setting foot on campus. A first-generation college student from Los Angeles, she is pursuing her dream of becoming an elementary school teacher.
Chico State University offers eight bachelor’s degrees and four master’s degrees online, including popular programs such as humanities, business administration, and nursing, as well as six graduate degree and certificate options . With decades of experience in online education, the university understands what students need to thrive and offers access to recorded lectures and faculty via email, virtual office hours, and live chat. We offer such flexibility. Students also benefit from a dedicated major advisor, tutoring, career services, and a supportive online community to ensure they stay connected and on track to achieve their goals.
The new rankings are included in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs rankings and are based on 2024 data. Universities with online programs focus on engagement, services and technology, faculty qualifications and training, and peer evaluation. A program’s score for each factor or ranking metric is calculated using data that online programs report to U.S. News in an annual survey.
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About California State University, Chico
At Chico State University, we empower students to take action and take on challenges in their careers and lives. Founded in 1887, Chico State University is the second oldest university in CSU, the nation’s largest public university system with 23 campuses. Chico State University enrolls more than 14,000 students and serves as the comprehensive university for North State, a 12-county region where the campus is located. Named one of the West’s Top Public Schools 21 times by U.S. News & World Report, Chico State University prides itself on a high-quality, high-value education, an active and engaged student body, and strong ties to the local community and state. I’m doing it. California. Recognized for our focus on sustainability and community engagement, students expand their potential through more than 380 academic and co-curricular programs and work closely with expert faculty to prepare them for the 21st century. devise solutions to unprecedented global challenges.
Founded in 1887, California State University, Chico is the second oldest CSU campus and one of the highest-ranked master’s level public universities in the West.
