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Chicago State University

Public Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
16%
Graduation Rate
$42,778
Earnings (10yr)
$12,335
Net Price
43%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Chicago State University has an acceptance rate of 43%, making it a viable option for many students seeking higher education in an urban setting. With an enrollment of 1,384, the university offers a more intimate learning environment, allowing for closer connections between students and faculty.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is currently unavailable for this institution, but the overall figures suggest a challenging landscape for students. The graduation rate stands at just 16%, indicating that many students may struggle to complete their degrees. This highlights the importance of strong support systems to help students navigate their academic journeys.

In terms of financials, the net price for attending Chicago State University is $12,335, while graduates earn an average of $42,778 a decade after enrollment. However, the median debt of $30,625 poses a significant burden for many graduates. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds and are motivated to pursue degrees in psychology, business, health professions, and criminal justice, despite the challenges they may face.

Rankings

How Chicago Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation16%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$12KRetention57%Median Debt$31KPell Grant Rate58%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$9K$0-30K$10K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$28K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2574.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1418.3%MOBILITY365.17%

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,754
In-State Tuition
$12,754
Out-of-State
$12,335
Avg Net Price
$30,625
Median Debt
58%
Pell Grant Rate
78%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,073
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,550
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,334
Family Income $48K–$75K
$28,427
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,805
6 Years After Entry
$40,125
8 Years
$42,778
10 Years
0.72x
Debt-to-Earnings
54%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,805 6yr $40,125 8yr $42,778 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

365.17%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1418.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2574.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$43,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.19
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.2%
Volunteering Rate
0.88
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 43%
Retention Rate 57%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,878
Diversity Index 0.40
First-Gen Students 42%

Top Programs

Psychology 21%
Business & Marketing 13%
Health Professions 11%
Humanities 11%
Criminal Justice 8%
Education 7%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Social Sciences 5%