At a glance
Average net price
$12,329
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
22.1%
Admission rate
48%
Undergrad size
2,556
In-state tuition
$12,004
Out-of-state tuition
$12,004
Cost of attendance
$24,227
Median earnings (10y)
$58,169
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 19
- Retention
- 56.2%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), business (19%), humanities & arts (19%).
- STEM15%
- Health12%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services6%
- Business19.4%~497 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts14.0%~357 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology13.4%~343 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Health professions12.4%~316 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science10.8%~276 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education6.9%~176 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~163 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~108 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences3.2%~81 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.3%~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.1%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Master's | 202 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 192 | $32,787 | $36,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 183 | $41,071 | $20,207 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 171 | $30,090 | $25,375 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 105 | $37,493 | $22,889 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 97 | $68,781 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 95 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 88 | $39,325 | $22,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 83 | $46,762 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 76 | $44,130 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 73 | $34,000 | $21,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 66 | $32,829 | $23,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 58 | $36,593 | $19,400 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 58 | $87,815 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 56 | $31,272 | $20,340 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 56 | $39,670 | $17,750 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 56 | $67,463 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 53 | $53,354 | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Medical Illustration and Informatics. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 47 | $52,558 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 47 | $33,435 | $30,291 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 43 | $42,069 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 41 | $30,365 | $33,983 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 28 | $16,443 | $25,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 26 | $67,988 | $27,342 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | $22,520 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | $22,886 | $31,250 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Doctoral | 15 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 15 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Governors State University
Governors State University is a mid-sized institution located in University Park, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,556 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Liberal arts, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Governors State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,329 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $12,004 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,227 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 22.1%, a below-average completion outcome. 56.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,169 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Governors State University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Liberal arts, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (28% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Governors State University accepts 48% of applicants, making it selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 19.
Location & campus
Set in University Park, Illinois (suburb), Governors State University draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Governors State University
Q.How much does Governors State University cost?
The average net price at Governors State University is $12,329 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,227.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Governors State University?
Governors State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 22.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Governors State University?
Governors State University admits 48% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Governors State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Governors State University graduate earns $58,169 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Governors State University?
Published tuition is $12,004 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Governors State University located?
Governors State University is located in University Park, Illinois (ZIP 60484).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Governors State University at their official website.