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University of Chicago

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One of the world's premier academic and research institutions, the University of Chicago has driven new ways of thinking since our 1890 founding. Today, UChicago is an intellectual destination that draws inspired scholars from around the globe, keeping UChicago at the nexus of ideas that challenge and change the world.
Accepts first-year applicationsMidwestPrivateUrbanMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
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Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Economics
  • Government/Political Science
  • Social Science

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

First-year

UChicago welcomes first-year applications from students who will complete a high school diploma or the equivalent before enrolling. Students are admitted to begin in the Fall term only. Students who are concurrently enrolled in college courses or in a dual-enrollment program with high school and a college should apply as first-year applicants.

Transfer

Students who have completed full-time study at a 2 or 4 year college after graduating from high school may apply as transfer students using the Coalition Application only.

Visit us

UChicago hosts tours and informational sessions both on campus and, in the case of our information sessions, all over the country (and the world!) Please visit our website at https://collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu/visit for more information about coming to our campus or upcoming events hosted in your area. You can also explore our virtual event offerings at https://collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu/virtual-events.

"Crescat scientia; vita excolatur". Let knowledge grow from more to more, and so be human life enriched.