Governors State University
University Park, IL
Overview
Governors State University is a public institution located in University Park, IL. It has a total enrollment of 4,397 students.
2,572
Undergrads1,825
Grad Students48.3%
Acceptance46.0%
Grad RatePhotos

Academics
11.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio56.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)46.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate42.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate2,572
Undergraduate Enrollment1,825
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
48.3%
Acceptance Rate2.88
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$25
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Financial Aid & Costs
$20,248
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$7,512
Room & Board
$11,736
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,024
Financial Aid
81%
Receiving Aid59%
Pell Grant Recipients$11,455
Avg Grant (recipients)$5,351
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
280 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
No
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,572
Acceptance Rate
48%
Graduation Rate
46%
In-State Cost
$19,248
Out-of-State Cost
$26,760
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University Park, IL 60484
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