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Chicago State University

Chicago, Illinois · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$33,805

Acceptance Rate

41%

Graduation Rate

21%

Annual Tuition

$12,754

At a Glance

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Total Students

1,414

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Retention Rate

47%

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Faculty Ratio

10

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Financial Aid

61%

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Median Debt

$30,625

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Chicago State University is a public institution with a small student body of 1,414. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 40.5% of applicants. The retention rate is 46.8%, and the graduation rate is 21.1%. The in-state tuition is $12,754.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $39,592. However, five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $33,805 before increasing to $42,778 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is $30,625, and 61.3% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$40k

1 YEAR

$34k

5 YEARS

$43k

10 YEARS

Top 87% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Chicago State University alumni earn a median of $39,592. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $33,805. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $42,778. The median debt for graduates is $30,625.

Chicago State University has a 40.5% acceptance rate and a 21.1% graduation rate. The retention rate is 46.8%. The in-state tuition is $12,754, and 61.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL 60628-1598

Chicago State University is located in Chicago, Illinois. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Chicago State University has an acceptance rate of 41%.