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Chicago State University

Chicago, IL·Public·~43% acceptance

Chicago State University is a public university based in Chicago, IL. It admits about 43% of applicants. Students pay an average net price of about $12,335 per year after financial aid. About 16% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $42,778 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$12,335/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $29,764
Aid cuts ~$17,429/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.2–3.9
SAT (middle 50%)750–963
ACT (middle 50%)15–19
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
16%
graduation rate
57%
freshman retention
$33,805
median earnings, 6yr
$42,778
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Chicago State University's acceptance rate?
Chicago State University admits about 43% of applicants.
How much does Chicago State University cost?
At Chicago State University, the average net price after aid is about $12,335 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $29,764 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Chicago State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 750–963 on the SAT and 15–19 on the ACT.
What are Chicago State University's application deadlines?
Chicago State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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