Chicago State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
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This school is more affordable than other public schools.
Affordability is calculated by subtracting average financial aid from total tuition and fees.
Learn more about how we determine school awards$7,488
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About Chicago State University
Chicago State University is a small public university located on an urban campus in Chicago, Illinois. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,685, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 46%. The university offers 37 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 16%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for students are $7,488.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
46% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
54% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
16% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Not required or recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 15-19
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 750-963
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards3k
Students enrolled
46%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
Black
70%
Unknown
9%
Hispanic
7%
White
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
3%
Two or more races
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
71%
Socio-economic diversity
74% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
1,215
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's Not offered
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's 3% online
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,488 | $7,488 |
| Graduate | $5,850 | $11,340 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,800 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,724 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,451 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,724 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,451 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,451 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $22,463 | $22,463 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,463 | $22,463 |
| Off-campus with family | $13,739 | $13,739 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
76%
State Grant Aid
59%
Institution Grant Aid
56%
Pell Grant
74%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$32k
Average student debt after graduation
$32k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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