What division is Chicago State?

Chicago State competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Northeast Conference (NE).

What GPA do you need for Chicago State?

The average GPA at Chicago State is 3.0. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

How big is Chicago State?

Chicago State has an enrollment of approximately 2,352 students in a urban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Chicago State?

Chicago State has an acceptance rate of 43%.

How do I get recruited to play at Chicago State?

To get recruited at Chicago State, start by building your athletic and academic profile on RawRecruit. Our AI Fit Score algorithm compares your stats against Chicago State's historical roster data across 5 dimensions. You can access coaching staff contact information including emails and phone numbers to reach out directly.

Chicago State

Chicago, ILD-INortheast Conference (NE)

PBIVisit athletics site

NCAA Division I

Division

2,352

Enrollment

3.0

Avg GPA

43%

Acceptance

57%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Competitive academics. Most recruits clear the 3.0+ GPA bar.

Chicago State is a NCAA Division I program in the Northeast Conference (NE), located in Chicago, IL. We map basketball and track & field at Chicago State, with coaching staff, roster history, and Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions. PBI designated institution.

Academics

Avg GPA

3.0

Acceptance

43%

Student:Faculty

9:1

Retention

57%

Campus & Location

Setting

Urban

Climate

Variable

Median Earnings

$33,805

Coaching Staff21 coaches across basketball and track & field

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About Chicago State Athletics

Chicago State is a NCAA Division I athletic program located in Chicago, IL, competing in the Northeast Conference (NE). With an enrollment of 2,352 students, Chicago State offers a small, close-knit campus environment for student-athletes. We map basketball and track & field at Chicago State with coaching staff and roster history visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at Chicago State is 3.0.

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