Governors State University

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

  1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  2. Psychology, General
  3. Business Administration and Management, General
  4. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  5. 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%

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