Chicago State University: Review & Facts

Overall Rating:Overall Ranking - Very GoodQuality:Education Quality Rating - OustandingSafety:Capmus Safety Rating - Very BadCosts:Tuition & Fees Cost Rating - Excellent

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Chicago State University is a medium four-year, public school with 2,320 students enrolled. This institution was founded in 1867 and is one of the 53 schools and colleges located in Chicago, Illinois.

Academic Offerings

Chicago State University will give you the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
53
Chicago State University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 53 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Psychology, Management, Pharmacy, and Business. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a good sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Chicago State University student retention rate is low at 55% (way below Illinois average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
55%
Bad
The graduation rate at Chicago State University is very low - 20%. Roughly 32% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Chicago State University is good -- 11:1. Learn more details regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition cost is low, $7,700 per year. The additional fees at Chicago State University not covered by tuition are approximately $4,400; which comes to a total of $12,100 annually.

Read the details about Chicago State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
49%
Doable
According to government data, 7,404 applications were submitted and 3,592 were accepted, so it is pretty hard to be accepted at this school.

The college might accept dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits earned prior to admission.

Learn more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Chicago State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$7,800
High
Chicago State University provides a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Chicago State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
Chicago State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 300 students, which provides a good on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is a bit high - approximately $7,800 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Chicago State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Chicago State University appears to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Chicago State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Chicago State University
9501 S. King Drive
Chicago, Illinois
60628-1598, USA
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