Overview
Enrollment
Chicago State University is a public institution situated in the heart of Chicago, Illinois, providing a diverse and urban academic environment in close proximity to the city's cultural and business resources. Founded in 1867 as a teacher training school, the university now offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a particular emphasis on education, health professions, and business. Chicago State University, set on a 161-acre campus, offers on-campus housing options to accommodate its students. The university maintains a moderately selective admissions process, seeking to cater to a range of academic profiles. Chicago State's academic community is supported by a faculty engaged in significant research, particularly in the fields of pharmacy and health sciences. While the university is not especially renowned for its athletic programs, it competes in NCAA Division I as part of the Western Athletic Conference.
In the most recent statistical year 7,404 prospective students applied, and 3,592 were granted admission. Of those admitted 173 enrolled in the school. 1,396 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 921 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,656 plus fees of $4,362. CSU is ranked 870 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Chicago State University is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
CSU is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Chicago State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#870 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#336 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#42 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#11 in Best Public Colleges in Illinois
#40 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 750/963 |
| ACT | 15/19 |
| GPA | 3.18 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,400 |
| Other Fees | $4,362 |
| Room and Board | $13,800 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,718 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 31% |
| Business | 13% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Education | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Current students may use the Chicago State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024