Governors State University (GSU) is a public university located in University Park, Illinois. Founded in 1969, GSU serves the region by providing a quality education and contributing to the economic development of the area. GSU offers more than 30 undergraduate majors, 8 master’s degrees, and a doctoral program in applied professional studies. The school has a strong focus on interdisciplinary education, with opportunities for students to combine unrelated disciplines to create a unique academic experience. GSU also supports an active student community, with a wide range of organizations and clubs to explore. At GSU, students have access to an excellent education in an environment that encourages exploration and growth.
- Address: 1 University Pky, University Park, IL 00006-0484
- Phone: (708) 534-5000
- Website: www.govst.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 4,650
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 11 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $25
- Selectivity: Very Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $10,108 | $17,620 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Room & Board | $11,638 | $11,638 |
| Other | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Total Cost | $25,746 | $33,258 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 48%
- SAT Range: 830 – 1050
- ACT Range: 17 – 21
Majors
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Psychology, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 61%
- Part-time: 39%
Student Gender
- Male: 33%
- Female: 67%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 3%
- Black or African American: 38%
- Hispanic / Latino: 15%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 32%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 6%
- Non-resident Alien: 3%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 71%
- 25 and Over: 29%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 96%
- Out-of-State: 4%
- Unknown: 0%