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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 its 1890 founding. Today, UChicago is an intellectual destination that draws inspired scholars to our Hyde Park and international campuses, keeping UChicago at the nexus of ideas that challenge and change the world. Its 211-acre campus is located seven miles south of downtown Chicago.

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5,314 students

13% admitted

$43,581 tuition/year

  • 5,314 full time
  • 0 part time
  • 2,816 men full time
  • 2,498 women full time
  • 21,762 applied
  • 3,539 admitted
  • 1,411 enrolled
  • $43,581 out of state
  • $993 fees
  • $13,137 room & board
  • $3,679 books

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Institution Type: Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting: Large city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Quarter
School Mascot: Maroons
School Colors: Maroon and white
5,314 Students
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Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Tiffany
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  • “There is no end of things to do, ranging from economics lectures to playing frisbee on Stagg Field. Classes are difficult - even impossible at times, but everyone finds a…”

  • Mar-28-2012 » Read More
  • Stephanie from Chicago, IL
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  • “The University of Chicago is both academically rigorous and rich in culture. My experience at the university has been interesting--I have met people from all over the world, experienced incredible…”

  • May-29-2012 » Read More
  • Cecilia
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  • “A terrific school with an unmatched campus, diverse and intelligent people, over 500 clubs, and inspiring professors. You can't go wrong with this school, especially when it's also within a…”

  • Jul-10-2012 » Read More
  • Sean from Chicago, IL
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  • “Is a nice place, a little isolated. People are academic-driven but you can find people who aren't. Classes are of course hard...and the party scene isn't dead if that's what…”

  • Mar-19-2012 » Read More
University of Chicago
  • Located in Chicago, IL
  • Private not-for-profit
  • 5,314 students enrolled
  • 13% admitted
  • $43,581 annual cost to attend
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Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 4
  • Whitney from Hermantown, MN
  • Aug-13-2011 I am a past student here

    Though fun may not come to die here, it is a bit muted. There were full weeks when I couldn't do anything but study or suffer, and all my friends had the same problem.

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  • 4
  • Xavier from Fort Wayne, IN
  • Jul-07-2011 I am a current student here

    The social life and extracurricular activities can be whatever you make of them. Coursework can be slightly overwhelming during mid-terms and close to finals, but if you stay on top of your work and stay organized, there shouldn't be any problem. With this attitude, students have plenty of opportunities to get into the city, experience campus culture, and have fun! I myself love the extracurriculars offered on campus and take every advantage to go downtown. Attending comedy shows, Model UN, and my religious group are a few of the opportunities I take advantage of myself.

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  • 5
  • Anastasia from Naperville, IL
  • May-31-2011 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    Of course! University of Chicago's campus is enough to make Harry Potter jealous - from our unique housing system to our mascot - the phoenix - to our grand piano-outfitted dormitories, scav hunts, and scarves, the University of Chicago is by far the most enjoyable part of the Hyde Park neighborhood. Scratch that - of the Chicagoland area. Scratch that - of the collegiate world.

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