Governors State University

Governors State University is a public four-year institution located in University Park, Illinois, in a large suburban area. The university enrolls 5,328 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 29.67 out of 100. Its completion rate is 20% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 59% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers programs across health administration, nursing, and information technology. Nursing programs include an Associate and Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Administration and Nursing Science. Health administration programs are available at both the associate and bachelor's level through Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management. Technology offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance.

Located approximately 30 miles south of Chicago in Will County, Governors State University serves a diverse student population in the south suburban Chicago region. The university's program mix addresses regional demand in healthcare management, nursing, and cybersecurity.