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%(38)
Hispanic
7.3%(132)
African American
78.6%(1,416)
Asian
0.8%(15)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%(9)
Two or More Races
2.0%(36)
Unknown
8.7%(156)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color94%
Total Enrollment2,975
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
33.2%(625)
Women
66.8%(1,255)

Gender Statistics

Men625

21% of total enrollment

Women1,255

42% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Chicago State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 27% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 34% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
5.1%(76)
18-19
18.8%(281)
20-21
15.3%(229)
22-24
17.5%(262)
25+
43.3%(647)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
3.6%(30)
22-24
17.7%(147)
25+
78.6%(652)

Age Diversity Insights

27%

Traditional Age (18-21)

34%

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 93% in-state residents, 3% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
93.1%(134)
Out-of-State
3.5%(5)
International
3.5%(5)

Regional Representation

In-State134

93% of student body

Out-of-State5

3% 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

34%

Non-Traditional Age