University Park, IL

Governors State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Governors State University is a four-year, public school located in University Park, IL.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Governors State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

48% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,944 applied, 1,421 accepted, and 239 enrolled in GovState.
107 men and 132 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $12,004 for undergraduate programs and $10,666 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 6.04% compared to last year at Governors State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,923 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,959.
For freshmen, 269 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $11,315.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 4,397 students enrolled GovState in 2025.
By gender, 1,564 men and 2,833 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,572 undergraduate and 1,825 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

88 Major Programs

  • 39 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of GovState is 22% and the transfer-out rate is 39%.
The retention rate is 56% for full-time and 56% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
22%
Transfer-out Rate
39%
Retention Rate
56%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 898 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for GovState and the average faculty salary is $78,557. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 1,443 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $74,979.
Number of Faculties
898
Average Faculty Salary
$78,557
Number of Staffs
1,443
Average Staff Salary
$74,979

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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