Chicago State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

94%
Minority Students
67%
Female Students
3%
International
16
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Chicago State University has a diverse student body with 94% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
2.1%(30)
Hispanic
6.9%(96)
African American
77.9%(1,088)
Asian
0.9%(12)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%(8)
Two or More Races
1.6%(22)
Unknown
10.1%(141)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color94%
Total Enrollment2,317
International Students3%

Cultural Engagement

Chicago State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Chicago State University has a gender distribution of 67% female students and 33% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
33.3%(483)
Women
66.7%(967)

Gender Statistics

Men483

21% of total enrollment

Women967

42% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Chicago State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

37%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Chicago State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 87% in-state residents, 10% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
87.0%(134)
Out-of-State
9.7%(15)
International
3.2%(5)

Regional Representation

In-State134

87% of student body

Out-of-State15

10% of student body

International5

3% of student body

States Represented

16 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

94%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

67%

Female Students

Global Reach

3%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age