Overview
Enrollment
Located in Chicago, Illinois, Chicago State University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,805 prospective students applied, and 2,281 were granted admission. Of those admitted 168 enrolled in the school. 1,421 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 945 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $7,488 plus fees of $3,716. CSU is ranked 785 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 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
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
CSU is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Chicago State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#785 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#296 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#11 in Best Public Colleges in Illinois
#37 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 750/963 |
| ACT | 15/19 |
| GPA | 3.18 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 |
| Other Fees | $3,716 |
| Room and Board | $8,724 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,451 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,179 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 |
| Other Fees | $3,716 |
| Room and Board | $8,724 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,451 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,179 |
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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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144005 IPEDS survey data for Chicago State University.
Current students may use the Chicago State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.