UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
- 5801 S Ellis Ave
- Chicago, IL 60637
- OPEID College Code: 00177400
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- General Phone: (773) 702-1234
- President: Robert J. Zimmer
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 15,094
- College Mascot: Maroons
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- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
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- www.uchicago.edu
- Mission Statement
- The University has a mission statement, formally adopted by the governing board and made public, declaring that it is an institution of higher education.
Since its founding, the mission of the University of Chicago, reiterated by each president, has been to sustain at the highest level of excellence the communication of knowledge, the creation of knowledge, and the fostering of a dynamic community of scholars and students.
The University's first formal statement of mission appears in its Articles of Incorporation, initially adopted in 1890 and most recently ammended in 1944.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Grants Medical Degree
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (Very High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral with Medical/Veterinary
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Graduate/Professional
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $65.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $65.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 6,800 | 6,764 | 13,564 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,911 (28%) | 1,797 (27%) | 3,708 (27%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 702 (37%) | 633 (35%) | 1,335 (36%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 1,131 | 85% |
| ACT ® Exam | 704 | 52% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 690 | 780 |
| SAT ® Math | 680 | 780 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 28 | 33 |
| ACT ® English | 28 | 34 |
| ACT ® Math | 27 | 33 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 72%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 34% | 15% | 7% | 60% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,247 | $6,368 | $4,626 | $25,969 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Number in Default | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,991 | 1,587 | 4,097 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $39,381 | $37,632 | $35,868 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $39,381 | $37,632 | $35,868 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $39,381 | $37,632 | $35,868 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,050 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,697 | $11,697 | $11,139 |
| Other Expenses | $2,112 | $2,021 | $1,919 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $54,290 | $52,450 | $49,976 |
| In-State | $54,290 | $52,450 | $49,976 |
| Out of State | $54,290 | $52,450 | $49,976 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
| In-State | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
| Out of State | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
| In-State | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
| Out of State | $40,481 | $38,732 | $36,918 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 15,094 Undergraduate: 5,114 Graduate: 9,980
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,516 Female: 6,578
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,588 Female: 2,526
- Graduate Gender Male: 5,928 Female: 4,052
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 12,067 Part-Time: 3,027
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,062 Part-Time: 52
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 7,005 Part-Time: 2,975
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2,552 | 17% |
| American Indian | 41 | 0.3% |
| Black | 756 | 5% |
| Asian | 1,882 | 12% |
| Hispanic | 853 | 6% |
| White | 6,898 | 46% |
| Unknown | 2,112 | 14% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 105 | 0.7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,379 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,332 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,071 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 4,150 | 27% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,284 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 942 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 576 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 234 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 20 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.01% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 10,633 | 8,692 | 1,941 |
| Faculty Status | 2,800 | 2,137 | 663 |
| Tenured Faculty | 775 | 750 | 25 |
| Graduate Assistants | 561 | - | 561 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 3,903 | 3,164 | 739 |
| Primarily Instruction | 354 | 157 | 197 |
| Primarily Research | 1,470 | 1,309 | 161 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 686 | 662 | 24 |
| Other Professionals | 3,266 | 2,567 | 699 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2,778 | 2,299 | 479 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1,586 | 1,369 | 217 |
| Skilled Crafts | 198 | 193 | 5 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 414 | 259 | 155 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $135,330 (924) | $148,536 (651) | $103,841 (273) |
| Professor | $190,474 (420) | $194,559 (347) | $171,060 (73) |
| Associate Professor | $109,365 (136) | $113,150 (90) | $101,958 (46) |
| Assistant Professor | $102,939 (199) | $108,721 (126) | $92,960 (73) |
| Instructor | $55,130 (60) | $55,714 (37) | $54,191 (23) |
| Lecturer | $58,529 (109) | $63,549 (51) | $54,114 (58) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $135,877 (142) | $137,538 (110) | $130,167 (32) |
| Professor | $175,922 (67) | $175,416 (57) | $178,809 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $116,094 (33) | $116,884 (21) | $114,713 (12) |
| Assistant Professor | $94,348 (25) | $93,291 (20) | $98,573 (5) |
| Lecturer | $77,522 (17) | $67,505 (12) | $101,565 (5) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $132,113 (1,066) | $143,332 (761) | $104,120 (305) |
| Professor | $184,072 (487) | $187,359 (404) | $168,077 (83) |
| Associate Professor | $106,557 (169) | $109,836 (111) | $100,282 (58) |
| Assistant Professor | $100,066 (224) | $104,284 (146) | $92,171 (78) |
| Instructor | $55,130 (60) | $55,714 (37) | $54,191 (23) |
| Lecturer | $59,190 (126) | $61,965 (63) | $56,414 (63) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 404 | 251 | 153 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 391 | 240 | 151 |
| Baseball | 27 | 27 | - |
| Basketball | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| All Track Combined | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Football | 65 | 65 | - |
| Soccer | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Softball | 16 | - | 16 |
| Swimming and Diving | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Tennis | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Wrestling | 22 | 22 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $45,876 | $36,698 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $10,464 | $10,262 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Football | 8 | 8 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 7 | - |
| Soccer | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Tennis | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Wrestling | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 98%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 92% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 91% |
| Female | 92% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 95% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 85% |
| Asian | 96% |
| Hispanic | 87% |
| White | 91% |
| Unknown | 92% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 86% |
| 5 Years | 90% |
| 6 Years | 92% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 3 |
| Burglary | 27 | 68 |
University of Chicago Reviews
1 Review Submitted For University of Chicago
- Reviewed on: March 11, 2011
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- the university of Chicago is freaking awesome!! i love Chicago!! WHO!!!!!!! it's ridiculously cosmic!!!
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
