University of Chicago | United States

Rankings:

9 THE World University Rankings 2013-2014
11 THE World University Rankings 2014-2015
11 QS World University Rankings 2014
9 QS World University Rankings 2013
10 QS World University Rankings 2015
10 THE World University Rankings 2015-2016
9 QS World University Rankings 2018

Campus setting	Contact the university / college
Living cost	Contact the university / college
Student population	Large (More than 10,000)
International students	Contact the university / college
Institution type	Private

About University of Chicago

An intellectual destination

One of the world's premier academic and research institutions, the University of Chicago has driven new ways of thinking since our 1890 founding. Today, UChicago is an intellectual destination that draws inspired scholars to our Hyde Park and international campuses, keeping UChicago at the nexus of ideas that challenge and change the world.

A transformative education

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.

Campus information

The main campus of the University of Chicago in the Chicago neighborhoods of Hyde Park and Woodlawn, seven miles (11 km) south of downtown Chicago.

Accommodation

International House at the University of Chicago, founded in 1932 by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. is a dynamic program center and residence hall for approximately 430 students from over fifty countries who are affiliated with educational, professional, and cultural institutions in and around Chicago. The mission of International House is to promote cross-cultural understanding, mutual respect and friendship among students and scholars. In addition to serving as a vibrant residential community, International House also serves the greater Chicago community as a cultural and intellectual center for a wide range of diverse programs. Activities range from politics and international films, to dance and music, from cultural celebrations and educational programs to discussions and debates on world issues.

Four College Houses call International House home. Phoenix House and Booth House are located in the East Tower of International House while Thompson House and Shorey House are located in the West Tower. These College Houses enjoy the unique opportunity of participating easily in the programming and events that take place in International House – while also having the advantage of dedicated College Housing staff to provide support and guidance to their communities.

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