Use the Chico State Mobile App

Quick Links: | About the Chico State App | Download and Install the App | Choose Your Experience | Navigate the Current Student Experience | Explore Campus Resources | Use the Bottom Navigation and Account Settings | Explore Future Student and Alumni Experiences | Troubleshoot the Chico State Mobile App |

Download Links: | Apple App Store | Google Play |

About the Chico State App

The Chico State Mobile App brings academic information, campus resources, and frequently used university services together in one place.

As a current student, you can check Canvas assignments and announcements, view financial aid and account information, review holds and to-do items, and quickly find campus services, events, and resources. You can also customize shortcuts to the tools and services you use most, making it easier to find what you need throughout the semester.

The app offers experiences for Current Students, Future Students, and Alumni.

Download and Install the App

The Chico State App is available for both iPhone and Android devices.

Download on an iPhone

  1. Open the App Store.
  2. Select Search and search for Chico State App - Chico State.
  3. Select the app from the search results.
  4. Select Get or Install.
  5. Use Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password if prompted.
  6. Open the app after the download finishes.

Download from the Apple App Store.

Download on an Android Phone

  1. Open the Google Play Store.
  2. Search for Chico State App - Chico State.
  3. Select the app from the search results.
  4. Select Install.
  5. Accept permissions if prompted.
  6. Open the app after installation finishes.

Download from Google Play.

Once downloaded, the Chico State App icon will appear on your device's home screen or app drawer.

Choose Your Experience

The Chico State App offers a personalized experience through a persona. Select the experience that best matches your status so the app can show the most relevant information and resources.

  • Open the app and select Current Students, Future Students, or Alumni.
  • If you select Current Students, enter your Chico State user name and password and select Login.
  • Future Students and Alumni can explore their experiences without signing in.

To change experiences later, select the profile icon in the upper-right corner and choose My Experience.

Note: A dedicated faculty or staff experience is not currently available.

Navigate the Current Student Experience

When you sign-in for the first time, Home opens to the Academics tab. When you reopen the app, Home shows the tab you last used. Select Academics, Campus, or Profile to switch between these areas.

Current Student home screen of the Chico State Mobile App with the Academics, Campus, and Profile navigation tabs highlighted in red.

Academics Tab: View Canvas Information

The Academics tab gives you a quick look at information from Canvas:

  • Today's Schedule: events from your Canvas calendar, which may differ from your official class schedule or campus events.
  • Canvas Announcements: updates from courses.
  • Due Dates: upcoming assignments and deadlines.
  • Canvas Inbox: Canvas messages.
  • Courses: enrolled courses and available grade information.

If prompted, select Connect in the Academics tab to load your Canvas information. For additional Canvas features, open the full Canvas app from Menu > Apps & Tools > Canvas.

The Academic Resources section, located further down the Academics tab, provides links to services such as Academic Advising, Class Schedule, Degree Progress Report, GPA Calculator, Tutoring Services, and registration information

Campus Tab: Find Resources, Events, News and Announcements

The Campus tab connects you to campus services, transportation, health and wellness information, student activities, and upcoming events. Stay up to date with campus news and announcements, all in one place.

Featured Links highlight timely campus resources and services and may change over time. 

Customize Your Quick Links

  1. On Home, select Campus and find My Quick Links.
  2. Select Customize or Add links.
  3. Under Available links, select the green plus (+) beside a resource to add it.
  4. Under My links, select the red minus (-) beside a shortcut to remove it.
  5. Select Back when finished.

Your links update automatically. You don't need to save your changes.

Find and Save Campus Events

The Chico State Mobile App makes it easy to discover upcoming campus events, save events you're interested in, and add them to your calendar.

Find Campus Events

  1. In Campus tab scroll to Upcoming Events.
  2. Select an event to view its details, including the date, time, location, and description.
  3. To browse more events, select View All CatsConnect Events.

You can also find events by selecting Menu > Events.

Save Events to Favorites

  1. Open an event you're interested in.
  2. Select the star icon on the Event Detail screen to save the event.
  3. To view your saved events, select Favorites in the bottom navigation bar.

Add an Event to Your Calendar

  1. Open the event's details.
  2. Select the calendar icon (calendar with a plus sign).
  3. Follow your device's prompts to add the event to your calendar.

Profile Tab: View Your Student Information

The Profile tab gives you a view of:

  • My Profile: contact information, residency details, and emergency contacts.
  • Account Balance: amounts owed and due, charges, pending aid, and recent payments.
  • Financial Aid: awards, accepted amounts, and award status.
  • Holds and To Do Items: notices, requirements, and items that may need attention.
  • My Enrollment: enrolled courses, meeting times and locations, instructors, and grades.

Note: The Profile tab differs from the top-right profile icon for app settings.

Explore Campus Resources

The Chico State Mobile App provides dedicated screens for campus services, student activities, transportation, health and wellness, and safety resources.

Select Menu in the bottom navigation bar to explore these resources.

Around Campus

Find resources to help you navigate Chico State and get around campus, including:

  • Campus Map: Find buildings and locations around campus.
  • B-Line Free: Access bus routes, schedules, and semester pass information.
  • Campus Shuttles: Find University Village and Campus Connection shuttle information.
  • Wildcat Park: Check campus parking availability and related features.
  • Parking Services: Find permit information and access Passport Parking for hourly parking.
  • Campus Dining: Explore on-campus dining options.

Select Menu > Around Campus to access these resources.

Transportation: B-Line Bus

The B-Line Bus screen provides information to help students use local public transportation, including:

  • B-Line Free semester pass registration
  • Token Transit account setup
  • First-time setup and renewal instructions
  • Bus routes, schedules, and nearby stops

Select Menu > B-Line to access these resources.

Health & Wellness

Find health, wellness, and support services, including:

  • WellCat Health Center
  • WellCat Counseling Center
  • The WREC
  • The Well
  • Basic Needs
  • Emergency Services

The Health & Wellness screen also provides contact information, locations, and links to related services.

Select Menu > Health & Wellness to access these resources.

Safety & Emergency

Access important campus safety information and emergency resources, including:

  • Emergency contacts and University Police
  • Safe Chico App
  • Blue Light Phones
  • Chico State Alerts
  • Emergency procedures and preparedness information
  • Options for reporting crimes, incidents, and concerning behavior

Select Menu > Safety to access the Safety & Emergency screen.

Student Life

Explore ways to get involved and connect with the Chico State community, including:

  • On-Campus and Off-Campus Housing
  • Clubs & Organizations
  • Associated Students
  • Athletics
  • CatsConnect Events
  • Recreational Sports
  • Student organizations, cultural centers, and leadership opportunities

Select Menu > Student Life to explore these resources.

Wildcat Park: Find Campus Parking

Wildcat Park helps you find campus parking by showing: 

  • Real-time parking lot occupancy
  • Parking updates 
  • Parked vehicle's location

You may also earn points through eligible activities. Check the Rewards section for current opportunities.

Note: Location and Motion & Fitness permissions support automatic parking detection. These permissions are optional for other Chico State Mobile App features.

For current information visit Parking Services — Where to Park.

Use the Bottom Navigation and Account Settings

The toolbar at the bottom of the Current Student experience provides access to:

  • Home: Return to the main student dashboard.
  • Messages: View app messages and reminders.
  • Favorites: View saved events.
  • Event Pass: Display your QR code to check in at participating CatsConnect events.
  • Menu: Browse campus resources, applications, and tools. Select Customize under My menu to personalize shortcuts.

Select the profile icon in the upper-right corner to sign out, switch experiences, view messages, or open Settings.

In Settings, you can manage accessibility preferences, connected services, and push notifications. We encourage enabling push notifications to receive supported app messages and updates.

Explore Future Student and Alumni Experiences

The Chico State Mobile App also offers experiences for prospective students and alumni that do not require signing in.

  • Future Students: Explore academic programs, admissions, tuition and financial aid, campus tours, housing, and other resources for prospective students.
  • Alumni: Find Alumni Association information, events, university news, career resources, and alumni benefits.

These experiences provide links to Chico State websites and resources. You can switch experiences at any time by selecting the profile icon → My Experience.

Troubleshoot the Chico State Mobile App

If the Chico State Mobile App isn't working as expected, try resetting the app or reinstalling it.

Reset the App

  1. Open the Chico State Mobile App.
  2. Select the profile icon in the upper-right corner.
  3. Select Settings.
  4. Scroll down and select Reset this app.
  5. Follow any prompts to complete the reset.

Important: Resetting the app clears saved settings, including your sign-in information and selected experience. You will need to sign in and select your experience again. Device permissions, such as location and notifications, are not affected.

Reinstall the App

If resetting doesn't resolve the issue:

  1. Uninstall the Chico State Mobile App from your device.
  2. Reinstall it from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
  3. Open the app, select your experience, and sign in if prompted.

 Still need help?  If troubleshooting hasn't resolved your issue, please submit a support request on Chico State IT Support website. Include your device type, feature you are having an issue with, any error messages you are receiving and relevant screenshots.
  
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