Master of Science in Health Informatics 

at GovState, University Park

Both Governors State University (GSU) & University of New Haven (UNH) are part of the top 450 universities & colleges in the USA for Business studies at the undegraduate level. 

New Haven with a rank #316 ranks above Governors State (#440) as part of the country-level rankings for UG Business Studies. Acceptance rate wise, UNH acceptance rate of 91% is nearly double that of GSU (48%). 

However, when it comes to affordability, GSU is much easier on the pockets of international students for UG studies, while PG course fees can go north of the INR 1 Crore mark.

The choice of which is better, ultimately comes down to what a student is looking for at an institute.

The table below gives a more detailed comparison of the two:

Governors State University can be deemed an respectable institute to attend Business studies in the US, securing a rank #440 for UG Business courses, per the latest rankings given by US News.

Moreover, GSU attains similar rankings for Business studies as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings:

GSU graduates are employed across a number of prominent industries, including Information Technology, Healthcare, Education, Business Development & Operations among others.

The table below gives a detailed breakdown of the top industries GSU graduates are employed at:

The Governors State University ranking is #149 out of 164 universities that fall under the Regional Universities Midwest category, as part of the latest rankings rolled out by US News.

The same source also ranks GSU nationally, under the following categories:

Yes, Amazon is among the organizations known to recruit graduates of the Governors State University. GSU graduates go through a rigorous academic process over the duration of their studies & come out equipped with all the important skills needed to deal with the demands of the modern day industry. 

Apart from Amazon, the Chicago Public Schools, Moraine Valley Community College, & the Health Care Service Corporation are also known to recruit GSU graduates, with some also finding job oppotunities at GSU itself.

The Governors State University (GSU) with an acceptance rate of 48%, can be described as fairly selective when it comes to admitting students, accepting on average nearly 5 applications of every 10 it receives, showing a clear preference towards admitting students with better academic backgrounds.

In comparison, University of Bridgeport is relatively easier to secure admissions at with an acceptance rate of 71%. 

Interested students are advised to maintain a good academic background to have the best possible chance of admissions at either institute.

Sheryl Underwood, an American comedian & actress primarily known for starring in comedy movies & sitcoms, such as: Bulworth (1998) & The Odd Couple (2015), is an notable alumni of the Governors State University.

She is currently working as a talkshow host as part of the CBS network's Daytime Talk Show. Sheryl is also a former recepient of the Daytime Emmy Award, having been nominated 7 times for the same.

Jerry Butler, an American singer & songwriter, known for being the former lead singer of the R&B vocal group: The Impressions, is among the notable individuals to have pursued his studies from the Governors State University.

He earned his UG & PG degrees in Political Science & Music History respectively from GSU, in the years 1993 & 1998.

Jerry also known as the "Iceman" also went on to become the Commissioner of the Cook County.

Butler was inducted into the "National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame" in the year 2015.

Governors State University ensures the safety and security of its students and provides campus patrolling 24 hours a day and 365 days a year by the Illinois police officer. Moreover, the university also offers emergency phones for students that automatically connect to the police patrolling at the university campus. Students also receive text messages from the university in case of emergencies such as weather conditions, and many more.

Governors State University emphasizes on the social, physical, and mental well-being of its students and hence offers multiple facilities and extracurricular activities for students to participate in. The university offers multiple sports clubs for students such as Men’s and Women’s basketball, Volleyball, pool, fitness center, gymnasium, and others. Students can also attend intercultural events, programs, and workshops organized by the university. Governors State University also offers a counseling and wellness center and provides knowledge on skills necessary for healthy decision-making, promotes mental health, career services, etc.