Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
40.52%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Chicago State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 40.52%. This means approximately 405 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,414 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
40.52%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,754 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $12,754 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $30,454 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,133 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 54.97% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 61.31% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Chicago State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$12,754
Room and board
$11,550
Books and supplies
$2,400
Other expenses
$5,000
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$30,454
Average net price
$10,133
Average aid coverage
67%
$20,321 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Chicago State University pays approximately $10,133 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Chicago State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Chicago State University net price
$10,133
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Chicago State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $12,754 and average net price at $10,133. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$12,754
Current net price
$10,133
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
16.95%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$42,778
Undergraduates
1,414
10-Year Median Earnings - Chicago State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Chicago State University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Chicago State University?
Undergraduates
1,414
Completion rate
16.95%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
54.97%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
61.31%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 54.97% of Chicago State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 61.31% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Chicago State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Chicago State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Chicago State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Chicago State University is listed at 9501 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60628-1598. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Chicago State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | 40.52% | $12,754 | $10,133 | $42,778 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Chicago
This local cluster focuses on nearby Chicago schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Chicago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago State University's acceptance rate?
Chicago State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 40.52%.
How much is Chicago State University tuition?
Chicago State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $12,754.
What is Chicago State University's average net price?
Chicago State University's average net price in the local dataset is $10,133.
What is Chicago State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $42,778 for Chicago State University.
Is Chicago State University accredited?
Chicago State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Chicago State University?
The local dataset lists 1,414 undergraduate students at Chicago State University.
What percentage of Chicago State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Chicago State University in the local dataset is 54.97%.
What is the federal loan rate at Chicago State University?
The federal loan rate for Chicago State University in the local dataset is 61.31%.
Where should I verify Chicago State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Chicago State University or the latest official federal education data.