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Chicago State University

Chicago, Illinois · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$33,805

Acceptance Rate

41%

Graduation Rate

21%

Annual Tuition

$12,754

At a Glance

Total Students

1,414

Retention Rate

47%

Faculty Ratio

10

Financial Aid

61%

Median Debt

$30,625

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Chicago State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 40.5%. The university has a student body of 1,414. The in-state tuition is $12,754. The median debt for students is $30,625, and 61.3% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $39,592. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $33,805. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $42,778. The graduation rate is 21.1%, and the retention rate is 46.8%.

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 low graduation rate of 21.1% and a low retention rate of 46.8%. The university has an acceptance rate of 40.5%. The in-state tuition is $12,754. A majority of students receive financial aid, with 61.3% receiving aid.

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Campus Location

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 40.5%.