Governors State University
1 University Pky, University Park, IL 60484
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00914500
- President: Elaine P. Maimon
- Fax: (708) 534-8399
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 5,660
- College Alias: GSU

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Student Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Employment Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
- On-Campus Day Care Available
Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
- Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- State Approved for Certification
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Mission Statement
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Campus Map
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- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification
- Undergraduate Classification
- Graduate Classification
- Undergraduate Profile Classification
- Enrollment Classification
- Size Classification
- Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
- Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
- Higher Part-Time Four-Year
- Majority Undergraduate
- Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
Degrees & Programs
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Governors State University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology Degree | - | 15 | - | - | |
| Ecology Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
Business and Marketing Studies
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Degree | - | 51 | 19 | - | |
| Business Administration Degree | - | 101 | 71 | - | |
| Management Information Systems Degree | - | - | 7 | - | |
| Operations Management Degree | - | 18 | - | - |
Communications and Journalism
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications Degree | - | 30 | - | - | |
| Media Studies Degree | - | - | 30 | - |
Computer and Information Sciences
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Degree | - | 22 | 23 | - |
Education
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology Teacher Education Degree | 5 | - | - | - | |
| Chemistry Teacher Education Degree | 2 | - | - | - | |
| Curriculum and Instruction Degree | - | - | 28 | - | |
| Early Childhood Education Degree | - | 26 | 7 | - | |
| Education Administration Degree | - | - | 199 | - | |
| Education, Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities Degree | - | - | 49 | - | |
| Elementary Education Degree | - | 72 | - | - | |
| English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree | - | - | - | - | |
| Mathematics Teacher Education Degree | - | - | - | - | |
| Reading Teacher Education Degree | - | - | 17 | - | |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree | 6 | - | - | - |
English Language and Literature
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Degree | - | 15 | 15 | - |
Health and Clinical Professions
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Disorders Degree | - | 30 | - | - | |
| Hospital Administration Degree | - | 43 | 31 | - | |
| Medical Records Administration Degree | - | - | - | - | |
| Nursing Degree | - | 18 | - | - | |
| Nursing Science Degree | - | - | 19 | 10 | |
| Occupational Therapy Degree | - | - | 27 | - | |
| Physical Therapy Degree | - | - | - | - | |
| Speech and Language Pathology Degree | - | - | 36 | - | |
| Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree | - | - | 46 | - |
Interdisciplinary Studies
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree | - | - | - | - |
Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | 215 | - | - |
Mathematics and Statistics
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics Degree | - | 18 | - | - |
Physical Sciences
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical Chemistry Degree | - | - | 38 | - | |
| Chemistry Degree | - | - | - | - |
Psychology
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counseling Psychology Degree | - | - | 37 | - | |
| Psychology Degree | - | 90 | 6 | - |
Public Administration and Social Services
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Administration Degree | - | - | 85 | - | |
| Social Work Degree | - | 41 | 38 | - |
Security and Protective Services
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Degree | - | 89 | 2 | - |
Social Sciences
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science Degree | - | - | 19 | - | |
| Social Sciences Degree | - | 11 | - | - |
Visual and Performing Arts
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Film Studies Degree | - | - | 5 | - | |
| Art Studies Degree | - | 3 | 10 | - |
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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