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Enrollment Deposit

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Governors State University requires a deposit of $50 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

0.40%

Governors State University is in the top 0.40% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

2.20%

Governors State University is in the top 2.20% of colleges in the state of Illinois for deposit cost. 22.03% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

1.20%

Governors State University is in the top 1.20% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Governors State University educates a diverse community of 4,427 students, with 2,609 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,818 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

4,427


Total Undergraduates

2,609

Total Graduates

1,818


Full-Time vs Part-Time

59% Full-Time

41% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Governors State University has a 57% acceptance rate. Governors State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 945.


Acceptance Rate

57%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

4%

Total Score

400

1600

8301060

Reading and Writing

200

800

420540

Math

200

800

410520

ACT

Students submitting ACT

1%

Location

Located in University Park, IL, Governors State University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

University Park


County

Will County


State

Illinois


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Governors State University features a student-focused approach with a 10 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NAIA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

10 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NAIA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Governors State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $9,833 with 100% of students receiving financial assistance including 68% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$9,833


Received Aid

100%


Pell Recipients

68%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $11,320

Out-of-State: $11,320

Demographics

The Governors State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 105% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
961 (37%)
Women
1,648 (63%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
3 (0%)
18-19
316 (12%)
20-21
472 (18%)
22-24
655 (25%)
Over 25
1,163 (45%)

Outcomes

Governors State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 24% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

24%

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