University of Chicago
Private College · Located in Chicago, IL · VetLink Partner since 2016
Admissions Numbers
71 VetLink applicants matriculated
Test optional for first year & transfer applicants
20-30% veterans applied first year*
70-80% veterans applied as transfer*
3.66 Average GPA of VetLink applicants*
(*applicant reported)
How to Apply
Complete Chicago Veterans Application then application on Common App or Apply Coalition with SCOIR
Virtual office hour meeting with Veteran Admissions team
Academic Performance
Military experience
Official transcripts
Essays
Letters of recommendation
Standardized test scores (Optional)
Highly recommended video profile
Admissions Deadlines
Fall Notification Deadline: November 1
Winter Notification Deadline: January 15
Spring Notification Deadline: April 1
Rolling Admission Option: Contact Sherry Vernon for info
Demographics
7,500 enrolled undergraduate students
52% Males // 48% Females
15% first-generation college students
Academics
Over 55 majors & minors to choose from
5:1 student-faculty ratio
85% of classes have fewer than 25 students
Top Academic Programs
Social Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Physical Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Financial Aid & Scholarships
$91,026 Cost of attendance for full time Undergraduate programs
UChicago participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program with eligible undergraduates qualifying for support that covers the remaining tuition that the GI Bill doesn't cover
100% Demonstrated financial need met with NO loans
Veterans Campus Life
Veterans pre-orientation program - offers academic preparation, connects Veteran Scholars to VA services, offers an introduction to career programming, professional development & relationship building opportunities
Guaranteed, optional housing with assistance in securing housing in the area
Social Programming
Dedicated Academic Advisor - support/identify your academic goals, dedicated no cost tutoring
Career Advising - customized career events/ workshops/ Treks
Knowledge in Action
80% + of undergraduate students choose to engage in research, and many more gain hands-on experience through internships, externships, student activities, and course practicums
~50% of UChicago students study abroad during their time at the University through nearly 60 quarter- and year-long study abroad programs in 32 cities in Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East
Joint BA-MA/MS programs permit undergraduate students to begin a master’s degree program during their fourth year in the College
Alumni & Outcomes
193,885 Active Alumni Worldwide
94.8% Graduation Rate
98% of recent UChicago graduates have secured substantive post-college plans in recent years
97% of UChicago applicants were admitted to a Top 20 law school
85% of UChicago applicants were admitted to medical school
1,000+ Leading organizations from many industries partner with UChicago to hire new talent
100% post- graduation placement rate for students in the selective Trott Business Program and Financial Markets Program
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