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Governors State University General Information
At Governors State University, our mission is: I. to offer a demonstrably excellent education that meets the demands of our region and state for engaged, knowledgeable citizens and highly skilled professionals, and that is accessible to all including those traditionally underserved by higher education; II. to cultivate and enlarge a diverse and intellectually stimulating community of learners guided by a culture that embodies: i. openness of communication; ii. diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; iii. mutual respect and cooperation; iv. critical inquiry, constant questioning and continuing assessment; and v. on-going research and scholarship; and III. to strengthen and enhance the educational, cultural, social and economic development of the region through partnerships with governmental, business, educational, civic and other organizations.
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General Information
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Contact Information
1 University Pky, University Park, Illinois 60466-0975 Request Free Information |
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Degrees Offered
Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctor's Degree |
Type of Institution
Public, 4-year or above |
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Certificates Offered
Postbaccalaureate certificate Post-master's certificate |
Carnegie Classification
Masters Colleges and Universities I |
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Special Learning Opportunities
Teacher certification Distance Learning opportunities |
Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Stafford Loan) or scholarships. Students will not be eligible for federal aid without completing the FAFSA. Here is a link to the Governors State University FAFSA School Code. |
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Credit Accepted
Credit for life experiences |
Religious Affiliation
None |
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Student Population
5,457 (2,559 undergraduates) |
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe |
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Undergraduate Student Age
34 % under 25 66 % over 25 |
Campus Housing
No
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