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Governors State University

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Governors State University is a Public institution located in University Park, IL. The school... has approximately 3288 undergraduate students. The school offers students 4-year degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $31,855. The average age of students entering Governors State University is 28. The most popular programs at the Governors State University are: Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities (18%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (16%), Health Professions And Related Programs (16%), Psychology (11%) and Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services (9%).


Tuition & Fees
$21,136
Admissions Rate
66%
Average Debt at Graduation
$19,625
Average SAT Score
968

Below is what you can expect to pay if you are attending the Governors State University.

Tuition & Fees
$21,136
Books, Supplies, & Living Expenses
$2,409
Total Expected Costs
$23,545

Average Cost for Students on Financial Aid
$16,265
Cost for Students on Financial Aid by Family Income

Depending on the fedaral, state, or institutional grant aid available, students in your income bracket may pay more or less than the overall average costs.

Family Income Average Cost
$0 - $30,000 $14,675
$30,001 - $48,000 $15,981
$48,001 - $75,000 $17,994
$75,001 - $110,000 $22,887
$110,000 + $20,163

Below is a detailed breakdown of the student body at the Governors State University.

3,288 Undergraduate Students

Male Students: 37%

Female Students: 64%

57% Full Time / 43% Part Time

Average Age of Entry : 28

Low Income Students: 52%


Race / Ethnicity

The test scores below show the average of all students that have been accepted at the Governors State University.

SAT Scores
ACT Scores

The average student can expect to graduate from the Governors State University with the amount of debt stated below.

Average Debt at Graduation
$19,625
Students Receiving Federal Loans
60%
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$204

The graduation rate at the Governors State University is displayed as a percentage of students admitted.

Students who Return after their First Year
54%

Below is a list of the degree programs that are offered at the Governors State University.

Bachelor Degrees
  • Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
  • Education
  • English Language and Literature
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Most Popular Programs
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities (18%)
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (16%)
  • Health Professions And Related Programs (16%)
  • Psychology (11%)
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services (9%)