Chicago State University

Chicago State University

Chicago, IL, USA

Founded in 1867, Chicago State University is a coeducational public institution based in Chicago, Illinois. CSU is a member of both the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. Chicago State University is known for recruiting students from underserved communities in Illinois. Popular degree programs include psychology, criminal justice and safety studies, and elementary education.

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
47%
Acceptance Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionApril 1
Spring Regular DecisionSeptember 1
OtherMarch 1

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
80%
Out-Of-State Students
8%
42%
Submitting ACT
79%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 18
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 958
0
1600

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,366
Total Number of Undergrads
1,502
Academic Calendar

Semester

See your fit
Classroom Sizes

0
100
7%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
16%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Key Financial Stats

Average Net Price
$11,733
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$12,018
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$12,018
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$13,800
Books and Supplies
$2400

Aid & Grants

0
100
40%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
62%
Average Aid Per Year
$13,381
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
62%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,897
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$8,762

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
78%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,229
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$24,265
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$305

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
31%
69%
Student Organizations
82
Size of Town
Major city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
On Campus Women's Center is checked
Yes

Housing

On-campus living required of freshman
No

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Cougars
School Colors
green and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Atlanta
Dallas
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,200

What Students Are Saying

chicago state university is perfect for any minority student who is conscious about fitting in with their peers. the teachers are very proactive and thorough when it comes to assisting a student with a dilemma. chicago state university's councilors are professionals who will help a student get on the right track to graduate.
Juan from Chicago, IL
chicago state is a very nice college and can make a lot of dreams come true. chicago state can be rated very well just like other top school in america based on the programs like nursing. chicago state might not be a super big college but can feel like one everyday.
Emmanuel from South Holland, IL
The best University
Elvis from ChicagoChicago, IL
Chicago state is a great school, it has a lot to offer for students who do not make enough money to go to a top university school.
Emmanuel from Chicago, IL
THE SCHOOL IS VERY DIVERSE AND CULTURE RICH. HERE YOU ARE FREE TO EXPRESS YOU INNER PASSION AND AMBITION FOR SUCCESS. OUR PROFESSORS CULTIVATE THE MINDS OF STUDENTS.
taneisha from Chicago , IL
Chicago State University is great, I like that they have tutoring services for every subject. The staff at the University is nice and polite to everyone. The classes are not too large nor too small, and the professors I've had so far are excellent.
Amarachukwu from Homewood, IL
I give Chicago State College a 10 out of 10 based on the information that I have learned from this website. I would really like to attend this school and I hope I get accepted.
Tyxie from Chicago, IL
Chicago is a great University. It opens doors. It allows you to be all you can be.
Andrea from Hazel Crest, IL
Chicago State University has very accommodating evening and weekend schedules for those who students who work during the day. Their instructors are well-educated, diverse and tough. The student atmosphere has a multi-cultural population with many sports and academic activities for all.
LaDonna from Chicago, IL