Chicago State University

Chicago State University requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Chicago State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit. Additionally, Chicago State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 21% of students who start college at Chicago State University complete all the credits required within six years.

Chicago State University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted			Unknown
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Chicago State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At Chicago State University?

Chicago State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Chicago State University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Chicago State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Chicago State University

When choosing a major, Chicago State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Chicago State University.

Student Designed Majors

Chicago State University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Chicago State University does not require students to complete a senior project.

Double Majoring at Chicago State University

Chicago State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chicago State University

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Does Chicago State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Chicago State University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Chicago State University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Chicago State University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Chicago State University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Chicago State University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Chicago State University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Chicago State University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, and offers a Freshman Honors College. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students.

Does Chicago State University Require Internships?

❌ Students at Chicago State University are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Chicago State University

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Chicago State University Library

The main library on campus is the Gwendolyn Brooks Center and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Chicago State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Chicago State University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Chicago State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Chicago State University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Chicago State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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