by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a GSU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how GSU measures up.
GSU is ranked #559 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Illinois, it ranks #43 of 112 for value.
These GSU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Hospital & Health Care Facilities Administration/Management | #3 of 25 |
| Healthcare Administration / Management | #3 of 25 |
| Community Health and Preventive Medicine | #14 of 56 |
| Public Health | #14 of 56 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #24 of 211 |
| General Communication Sciences & Disorders | #25 of 127 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #25 of 127 |
| Information Technology | #27 of 240 |
| Information Systems | #27 of 240 |
| Business Administration / Management | #28 of 149 |
Read the full GSU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Governors State University is ranked #59 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #43 out of #112 for Illinois value.
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Governors State University is ranked #559 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Governors State University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at GSU costs about $15,537. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $62,149 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,211 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,329 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,537 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $62,149 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about GSU net price and the factors that affect it.
What GSU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a GSU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,844 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,149 | #559 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,316 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,844 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,149 | #43 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,316 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at GSU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,982 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,419 |
| $48K–$75K | $11,856 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,513 |
| Over $110K | $18,292 |
About 73% of GSU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,149 per year. Get more details on the GSU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average GSU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.