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Chicago State University

Chicago, IL · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Chicago State University

Chicago State University (CSU) is a public university in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1867 by the Cook County Board of Commissioners, it was established as the first teacher training school in Cook County. In 1949, the institution was divided into two branches with one eventually becoming Northeastern Illinois University. The state of Illinois began funding the institution in 1951 and assumed full control in 1965. CSU is a predominantly black (PBI) university.

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43%

Acceptance

$12,335

Net price

1,384

Enrollment

15%

Grad rate

Report Card

D

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A

Affordability

Average net price after aid

B

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

43%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,335

Average net price

$12,754

In-state tuition

$12,754

Out-of-state tuition

$11,550

Room & board

$2,400

Books & supplies

$29,764

Total cost of attendance

58%

Students receiving Pell grants

78%

Students with federal loans

$30,625

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$9,073
$30–48K
$9,550
$48–75K
$11,334
$75–110K
$13,899
$110K+
$28,427

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$42,778

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$33,805

Median earnings (6 yrs)

15%

Graduation rate

57%

Retention rate

66%

Earn more than a HS grad

$28,026

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,384

Total enrollment

31%

Part-time

28

Avg. age at entry

42%

First-generation

Gender balance

70% women
30% men

Race & ethnicity

Black
77%
Hispanic
10%
White
3%
Asian
1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%

Chicago State University FAQ

Is Chicago State University a public or private school?

Chicago State University is a public institution located in Chicago, IL.

What is the acceptance rate at Chicago State University?

Chicago State University has an acceptance rate of 43%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Chicago State University cost?

The average annual net price at Chicago State University is $12,335 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $12,754.

What is the graduation rate at Chicago State University?

About 15% of students at Chicago State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Chicago State University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Chicago State University students earn a median of $42,778 per year.

How many students attend Chicago State University?

Chicago State University enrolls about 1,384 students.

Campus

Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Chris Light · CC BY-SA 4.0. Additional images are representative.

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