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University of Chicago

About University of Chicago

The Institution of Chicago, established in 1890, is a private research university in Chicago, the third most populous city in the United States. UChicago holds the distinction of having produced the most Nobel laureates of any American university, with 92. Over 52 undergraduate majors and 41 minors are available at the University of Chicago. Apart from downtown Chicago, the institution has campuses and centres in places such as Hong Kong, Beijing, Delhi, London, and Paris. UChicago has continuously been regarded among the best educational institutions not just in the United States, but also around the world. Alumni from the University of Chicago have contributed significantly to the advancement of different academic areas such as economics, law, literary criticism, and sociology.

The university's campus is spread out over 217 acres of land in an urban area. The university has a total enrollment of 16,959 students. 6,800 students are enrolled in the undergraduate programme, while 10,159 students are enrolled in the postgraduate programme. Centre for Middle Eastern Studies, Argonne National Laboratory, and the United States Department of Energy are among the university's well-known centres, laboratories, and departments. Within the campus, these facilities and laboratories provide students with the opportunity to study about fieldwork. In addition, the campus is home to a number of highly regarded and professional learning institutions, including the Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago Law School, and the Booth School of Business.

More than 400 clubs and societies are organised by students at UChicago, including academic and political groups, sports teams, arts and cultural groups, and societies representing a diverse range of interests. The University of Chicago has won 118 tournaments and 20 national championships. In addition, starting with the Class of 2023, the university's empower project will provide free tuition to students from households earning less than $125,000 per year.

Why University of Chicago?

  • The Webby Award for Best School/University and the People's Voice Award for Best School/University were both given to University in 2013.
  • International students account for around 15% of the University's total enrollment and hail from more than 100 countries throughout the world.
  • It has produced 89 Nobel Laureates, with eight current faculty members among them.
  • The Presidential Medal of Freedom and the National Medal of Science have both been awarded to members of the faculty.
  • The student-to-faculty ratio is a whopping seven to one.

University of Chicago Rankings

  • #10 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
  • #9 World University Ranking - QS 2021
  • #10 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #6 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
  • #15 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021

University of Chicago Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
MBA (2 Courses) 21 month USD 72000 - USD 108000
Science (8 Courses) 9 Month - 4 Year USD 48780 - USD 57642
Arts (5 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year USD 50997 - USD 60300
Law (1 Courses) 1 year USD 54462
Media Films (2 Courses) 4 year USD 57642
Information Technology (IT) (2 Courses) 9 Month - 2 Year USD 52200 - USD 55413

University of Chicago Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Arts SAT , IELTS , TOEFL , PTE , GRE
Information Technology (IT) GRE , IELTS , TOEFL , GMAT
Law IELTS , TOEFL
MBA GMAT , GRE , IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Media Films IELTS , TOEFL , SAT , PTE
Science SAT , IELTS , TOEFL , PTE , GRE , GMAT

University of Chicago International Admissions

All international applicants must submit additional paperwork in order to be considered for admission to the University of Chicago. The following are the general requirements for admission:

  • Completed Application
  • Supplementary essays
  • Transcripts
  • Different standardized exams to study in US
  • Two teacher evaluations
  • Financial Aid application(optional)
  • Supplements (portfolio, resume, video profile )
  • Financial statement or proof of financial support

University of Chicago English Language Requirements 

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency by passing one of the following examinations to be considered for admission to the University of Chicago:

English Test Minimum Scores Required
TOEFL (PBT) 600
IELTS 7.0
PTE 70

University of Chicago Highlights

Year of Establishment 1890
Type of University Private 
Intake Season Fall/Spring/Summer
Campus Setting Urban
Total Enrollment 17,002
Acceptance Rate 7%
Total Faculty 2377
Student-to-faculty ratio 5:1
Students receiving Financial Aid 48%
Test Scores Accepted SAT / ACT
Language of Instruction English
Official Website uchicago.edu
Percentage of International Students 21%

Cost of Attendance

The cost of attendance for international students is shown in the table below. Individual prices may vary.

Category Expense
Undergraduate Tuition Fee 58,230 USD
Graduate Tuition Fee 57,759 USD
Books and supplies 1,800 USD
Living on-campus 16,350 USD

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

University of Chicago Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 57,642

Postgraduate

$ 59,260

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 20,979

Campus accommodation

$ 10,512

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.