Governors State University , University Park, USA

Illinois' Governors State University is a state-funded institution located in University Park. It is also within 30 minutes' drive of cities such as Kankakee, Joliet, and northwest Indiana. The main campus is situated on 750 acres of land with several lakes and nature trails and a lush landscape. GSU has the schools of Business, Arts and Sciences, Education, and Health and Human Services, among others. The university has been authorised by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The business programmes are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, whereas the public administration programmes are authorised by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. Additionally, the college is a member of the Illinois Council for Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Programmes.

Students can choose from over 22 bachelor's, 27 master's, and 4 doctoral programmes. Additionally, the university offers 22 certificate programmes. Accounting, computer science, information technology, elementary education and teaching, business administration and management, liberal arts, biology, criminal justice, psychology, health administration, and social work are the most popular majors at Governors State University. All programmes at the university have received professional accreditation and are recognised by their respective professions. Eighty-five percent of the faculty at this institution hold a Ph.D. or the highest degree in their field, and the average class size is fewer than thirty students.

The Honors Programme encourages students to participate in a curriculum designed to enrich their academic experience. It provides opportunities for students to be more engaged in their studies through a variety of formal and informal learning settings. It is intended to make a difference in each student's life, inspire them to go above and beyond, and encourage them to maintain high standards in their pursuit of their fullest potential. Scholarships support students' academic achievements and assist them in covering the costs associated with earning their degrees. The university offers some exceptional graduate courses. Deborah L. Halvorson served as the delegate for Illinois's eleventh congressional district from 2009 to 2011. Sheryl Patrice Underwood is an actress, entertainer, and television host from the United States. She first rose to prominence in the comedy world as the leading female finalist in the 1989 Miller Lite Comedy Search. Another notable graduate is Jerry Butler Jr. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991. He is an American politician who is also a lyricist, producer, musician, and soul artist.

Admission Standards - Extremely Easy

Applications Accepted - 93.2% 

Governors State University Fees

English Language Requirments

TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (International Students Only)

For university admission, international students must meet the university's language requirement. Applicants are required to take either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Pearson Test of English (PTE).

Applicants must achieve a minimum acceptable score of 6.0 on the academic version of the IELTS.

In the GSU Catalog, acceptable TOEFL scores for master's level applicants are listed.

Acceptable scores for the Pearson Test of English (PTE) are listed in the GSU Catalog .