University of Chicago

The University of Chicago is one of the world`s great intellectual destinations. From our 215-acre campus in Chicago`s Hyde Park neighborhood, to our Centers in Beijing , Paris, and Delhi, UChicago`s atmosphere of open inquiry draws inspired scholars to join our distinctive and diverse community. Research opportunities are readily available throughout the University we manage two national laboratories and over 150 centers and institutes. UChicago faculty and students break ground in nearly every field: our scholars have earned 32 MacArthur Genius Grants, 260 Guggenheim Fellowships, and 89 Nobel Prizes. This research draws from and adds to our surrounding community, enriching society through programs like our Urban Health Initiative and Urban Education Institute. The rigorous education in our undergraduate College, four graduate divisions, six professional schools, and school of continuing liberal and professional studies empowers students to challenge conventional thinking and forge their own solutions. The result is a prestigious alumni community comprised of daring innovators and lifelong learners who lead in more than 125 countries around the globe.

Our education empowers individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the undergraduate College broaden their perspectives on world issues in the rigorous Core curriculum. Graduate programs through our five divisions, six professional schools, and the Graham School of Continuing Liberal Arts and Professional Studies transform scholars into leaders and grant access to professors often lauded as some of the world’s greatest thinkers.

Foundation year: 1890
Short name: Uchicago Type: Private
Students: 13560
Faculty: 2240
Faculty/Students Ratio: 6:1
Region: North America
Location: Chicago, IL