United States
Governors State University
University Park, IL, United States
Affordable Illinois public university near Chicago with generous international scholarships.
Tuition
USD 14,000 – 20,000 / year
Ranking
Top-ranked in country
Founded
1969
Location
University Park, IL, United States
About Governors State University
Affordable Illinois public university near Chicago with generous international scholarships.
Based in University Park, IL, Governors State University attracts talented students from more than 100 countries. As an iGlobal partner, we support you through every step of the application — from shortlisting programmes to visa approval and arrival.
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Entry requirements
- Undergraduate: High school diploma (Form 6 / A-Level or equivalent)
- Postgraduate: Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution
- IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 or TOEFL 71 – 80 — Duolingo widely accepted
- Grades: Minimum GPA 2.5 – 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Passport & financial documentation
International students
- Dedicated international student office and orientation week
- Airport pickup and accommodation guidance for new arrivals
- Post-study work visa support in country
- Active societies for African and diaspora students
Campus life
- Modern libraries, labs and research centres
- Student unions, sports clubs and cultural societies
- On-campus and near-campus accommodation options
- Career fairs and industry-partner internships
Intakes, scholarships & how to apply
Intake availability
Apply 4–6 months before your preferred intake for the smoothest visa timeline.
Scholarships
Merit scholarships of USD 5,000 – 15,000 per year for strong applicants
How to apply
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