University of Chicago

An Educational Ideal

A liberal arts college amidst a world-renowned research university, the University of Chicago offers a dynamic education that encourages academic exploration, free expression, and open discussion in a supportive and transformative community. UChicago features:

• Over 7,000 students from 50 states and 100 countries
• A 5:1 student-faculty ratio in small, discussion-based classes
• 80% of UChicago students choose to do research at over 160 research institutes and centers
• Over $600 million in sponsored student research annually

Academics & Research Opportunities

UChicago’s Core curriculum is an introduction to the tools of inquiry used in every discipline and is the perfect foundation for any major—and for all future endeavors. Complementing the breadth of the Core curriculum, 50 majors and minors, as well as dozens of areas of specialized study, encourage students to explore their academic interests. On-campus experiences are also supplemented by more than 60 study abroad programs and research opportunities ranging from economics and cinema studies to astrophysics and sociology.

Campus Life

University of Chicago students are a community of scholars with a global perspective. A UChicago student’s first community is one of 48 College Houses, where they live, learn, and grow alongside a hundred or so residents who represent a cross-section of the diverse student body. Our undergraduates actively participate in:

• More than 450 student organizations encompassing athletics, the arts, community service, and Greek life
• Over 500 varsity athletes compete in 20 NCAA Division III varsity teams
• 70% of the student body participates in UChicago’s extensive intramural and club sports programs

Financial Support

UChicago’s financial aid philosophy allows students to get the most out of their education, without having to spend time worrying about debt and loan payments. Students are free to follow their passions, focus on their studies, and take the first steps toward their future careers with UChicago’s Career Advancement.

• Free College: Families earning less than $60,000 per year attend UChicago for free, including free housing, dining, and more.
• Loan Free: Financial aid at UChicago is provided as grants. Families are not expected to take out loans to finance their college tuition, housing, dining, and other fees.
• Free Tuition: Families earning less than $125,000 per year receive free tuition to UChicago.
• Worry-Free: Unparalleled career support for four years and substantive work experience through 4,500+ paid internships annually.
• Free Application: Families who apply for financial aid do not pay an application fee to UChicago.

Without worry, our students are free to be themselves!