Graduate School Overview

Governors State University (GSU) offers a range of master's and doctoral level programs. The university's mission is to provide inclusive, accessible education to a diverse population. This is done through flexible part-time, distance learning, evening, weekend, and online programs, in addition to traditional campus-based learning. Established in 1969, GSU emphasizes excellence, access, and innovation. GSU students can expect high academic quality, convenient class times, and outstanding educational value. GSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Highlights

Convenent Classes: Classes scheduled at convenient times and locations to fit a busy lifestyle - on-campus, at satellite campuses, online, or via media  Small Class Size: At GSU, students know their professors. Class Size is small, with a 16:1 student/faculty ratio  Financial Aid: $30 million in financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans are distributed annually to eligible full and part time students  Diversity: GSU students belong to an exceptionally diverse community, rich in purpose and possibility

Institute Accreditation

Regional Accreditation North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Ranking and Reputation

GSU maintains the lowest undergraduate tuition in the Chicagoland region  The university is home to the internationlly-recognized Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park  GSU contributes more than $43 million per year to the local economy through employee salaries and external contracts

Graduate Credentials Offered

Fields of Study Approx. # Students Enrolled Masters Degrees PhD Degrees Grad Diplomas/ Certificates Business Not Available       Computer Science Not Available       Education Not Available       Film Not Available       Health Sciences Not Available       Humanities Not Available       Natural Sciences Not Available       Nursing Not Available       Public Administration Not Available       Visual Arts Not Available

Admissions & Tuition
Information For US Students	Information For International Students
Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: No Set Minimum  Minimum GRE: No Set Minimum Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application: Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  Annual Tuition: 5,880  Annual Fees (athletics, health services, but excluding books): 1,230 Tuition for Selected Degrees (US$)  Business (MBA) : 5,880/year  Doctorate in Physical Therapy:10,344/Year  Doctorate in Occupational Therapy:13,872/Year  Doctorate in Nursing Practice:13,872/Year	Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: No Set Minimum  Minimum GRE: No Set Minimum  English Language Proficiency  (Minimum Score)     TOEFL (Computer-based) : 213.0 Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application: Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  Annual Tuition: 10,800  Annual Fees (athletics, health services, but excluding books): 1,230 Other Support  Counseling and Buddy Programs  International Student Orientation Programs

Institute Scholarships/Awards and Financial Assistance for Grad Students

US Students International Students Student Loan Programs     Student Scholarship Programs     Student Teaching/Research Assistantships     Student Work Opportunities Programs     Teaching/Research Assistantships

Buildings and Resources

Connected to the City of Chicago and surrounding suburban and farm communities by commuter rail and major expressways, access to GSU is easy and direct. Amid 760 acres of prairie, GSU students enjoy access to vital urban, teeming suburban, and vibrant country life. The campus offers a range of facilities, including the Center for Performing Arts, the internationally recognized Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park, a Student Environmental Contract Laboratory, Follett Bookstore, library, cafeteria, child-care center, and a fully-equipped fitness center with swimming pool.

Grad Student Organizations

Alpha Sigma Lambda (National Adult Learners Honor Society)  Association of Latin American Students (ALAS)  Black Student Union  Illinois Counseling Association, GSU Chapter  International Students Organization  Mu Beta Alpha (MBA Students)  National Student Speech, Language, and Hearing Association  Occupational Therapy Student Association  Physical Therapy Student Association  Student Senate