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Governors State University

University Park, IL

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Public
  • Campus Life
    Small • Suburban
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $10K
  • SAT Range
    1000–1020
  • Graduation Rate
    21%

Governors State University is a small, 4-year, public university. This coed college is located in a large town in a suburban setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers bachelor's, certificate, master's, and doctoral degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 48% and a graduation rate of 21%.

From the Institution

Governors State University (GSU) was founded in 1969, originally as an upper-division institution with a primary focus of serving community college graduates pursuing baccalaureate degrees. During the five intervening decades, GSU has grown to become the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago's south suburban area, serving approximately 4,600 students annually in 85 different bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and certificate programs. GSU features a highly diverse faculty and staff of roughly 1,000 employees that reflect the students and community we serve. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students from across the region and around the world. From its mission statement, Governors State University is committed to offering an exceptional and accessible education that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a global society. GSU is an expert at guiding freshman and transfer students to discover the right degree program to excite their interests. The university's extensive list of graduate programs prepares students in a variety of fields for the next level of academic achievement. The GSU experience includes a comprehensive student life, both on and off campus, with on-campus housing; club sports and recreation; civic engagement; international student services; more than 70 student clubs and organizations; the world renowned Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park sculpture park, the Center for Performing Arts and much more. Set amongst 750 acres of prairie, GSU is located 40 miles south of Chicago, and is proud to offer the lowest tuition of any four-year, public university in Illinois. The university faculty, administration and staff are committed to providing a quality education, embracing diversity and serving students with excellence. Address: Governors State University 1 University Parkway University Park, IL 60484 Phone: 708.534.5000

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College Board Code
0807
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Application
  • Online through college's own website
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Important Dates

Dates are subject to change so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college’s website.

August 26
Regular Application Due
August 28
Financial Aid Application Due

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