Race & Ethnicity
California State University-Chico has a diverse student body with 56% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
California State University-Chico offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
California State University-Chico has a gender distribution of 54% female students and 46% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
42% of total enrollment
50% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
California State University-Chico serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 61% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 15% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
61%
Traditional Age (18-21)
15%
Non-Traditional (25+)
8%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
California State University-Chico attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 99% in-state residents, -1% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
99% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
20 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
56%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
54%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
15%
Non-Traditional Age