by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,685 undergraduates in 2020, Chicago State University is a small, public university located in Chicago, Illinois. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Chicago State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Chicago State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Chicago State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Chicago State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Chicago State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Chicago State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Chicago State University for Veterans Guide.
Chicago State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Chicago State University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,685 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,086 (64.5%). Part-time attendance was 599 (35.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,086 | 599 | 1,685 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Chicago State University is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Chicago State University #2591 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Chicago State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Chicago State University Diversity Guide.
Chicago State University has a total of 211 student athletes, 106 men and 105 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $4,073,911 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $4,073,911 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Chicago State University Athletics