Chicago State University
Chicago, IL. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Chicago, IL · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 1,384 |
| Acceptance rate | 41% |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 17% |
| First-year retention | 47% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 10:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $29,764 |
| Application fee | $25 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Rolling
Most popular majors: Liberal arts & general studies, Psychology, Health professions & nursing, Criminal justice & security, Business.
Strongest majors at Chicago State
- Psychology at Chicago State: #406 of 694 schools, score 49/100, about 51 graduates a year
- Health & pre-med fields at Chicago State: #363 of 543 schools, score 51/100, about 28 graduates a year
- Nursing at Chicago State: #272 of 388 schools, score 50/100, about 16 graduates a year
- Education at Chicago State: #397 of 551 schools, score 49/100, about 16 graduates a year
- Business & finance at Chicago State: #560 of 650 schools, score 33/100, about 43 graduates a year