About Chico State

California State University, Chico has been building a reputation for high-quality, high-value education for more than 130 years. Better known as Chico State, we are a Hispanic-Serving Institution that offers more than 100 degrees in undergraduate and graduate studies.

We are unique among the CSU system for our high graduation rates and beautiful campus, as well as our dedicated faculty and friendly community who offer a personal touch that really makes students feel at home.

With one of the highest 4-year graduation rates in the CSU system and lowest average student debt amounts in the country, we are committed to helping you graduate on time with a budget you can afford.

Vision Statement

The School of Education is a recognized leader in preparing educators to meet the needs of a diverse, democratic, and sustainable society through inquiry, collaboration, and service toward a socially and ecologically just world.

Mission Statement

We believe in the power of education to create a strong democratic and sustainable society that honors diversity and inclusivity. The mission of the SOE, in collaboration with our community partners, is to support the development of effective, reflective, and engaged educators who value the identities of all students, their families, and the communities they serve. We are committed to scholar-practitioner inquiry and responsible praxis–based pedagogies that serve as tools toward cultivating socially and ecologically just practices in classrooms, local communities, and beyond.