University of Chicago
Chicago, IL. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Chicago, IL · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 7,569 |
| Acceptance rate | 4% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1500–1580 · 52% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1490–1570 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 34–35 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| First-year retention | 99% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 5:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $90,360 |
| Application fee | $90 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 2, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 4, 2027
- Early Action: Nov 2, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 4, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Biology, Math & statistics, Physical sciences, Computer science.
UChicago campus map
On campus
Lutheran School of Theology, The University of Chicago, Joe and Rika Mansueto Library, John Crerar Library, Joseph Regenstein Library, Eckhart Library, Special Collections Research Center, The Social Work Library, D'Angelo Law Library, David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Seoul Taco, Medici on 57th, Noodles Etc, Salonica, Subway, B'Gabs Goodies
- Coffee: TrueNorth Cafe, Medici Bakery, Chloe’s Sweets & Treats, Garrett Popcorn Shops
- Nightlife: Woodlawn Tap, Mesler Kitchen | Bar | Lounge, McKie's DJ Lounge, Cantina Rosa, Falcon Inn
- Shops: 57th Street Books, Kayra Imports, Powell's Books Chicago, Wesley's Shoe Corral
- Museums and culture: DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, Harriet Harris Community Center, The Forum, Barack Obama Presidential Center
- Groceries: Harper Foods, Valley of Jordan, CVS Pharmacy
- Parks: Bixler Park, Florence Stout Park, Bessie Coleman Park, Nichols Park, Butternut Playlot Park, Beehive Park
Nearest train: 59th Street (University of Chicago), 55th-56th-57th Street, 63rd Street.