Known for business — excellent value
Governors State University is a public institution in University Park with particular strength in business and psychology.
A mid-sized campus of 2.5K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
20% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,169 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,477.
Established
1969
Mascot
Jax the Jaguar
Type
Public university
Conference
National Association of
—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
2,518Students
11:1Student:Faculty
20%Grad Rate
$58,169Earnings 10yr
$9,477Net Price
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,320
Tuition (out-of-state)$11,320
Room & Board$11,360
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$23,076
Average Net Price$9,477
Median Debt at Graduation$18,618
Monthly Payment (10yr)$197
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,982
$30–48K$8,419
$48–75K$11,856
$75–110K$10,513
$110K+$18,292
Programs (72)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,518
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
52%
Race & Ethnicity
White 28%
Black 41%
Hispanic 20%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate19.6%
Freshman Retention59.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,435
8 Years$52,619
10 Years$58,169
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,200
Men
$52,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Jaguars
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia