University profile
University of Chicago
Chicago, US
- Acceptance
- 5%
- Intl. tuition / yr
- $63,000
- Students
- 18,000
The University of Chicago is renowned for rigorous inquiry in economics, law, and the sciences, anchored in a distinctive Core curriculum and a strong research culture.
Admission requirements
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GPA / score (p25 / p50 / p75)
40 / 42 / 44
Tests (ib_total)
—
Language minimums
IELTS 7 · TOEFL 100 · Duolingo 120
Required grades
40/45
IB cohort is highly self-selecting; 41+ common in recent competitive pools.
Costs (international)
Costs vary by program. Check financial aid options.
- Tuition / year
- $63,000
- Living costs / year
- $22,000
- Housing / year
- $12,000
- Estimated total / year
- $97,000
Application deadlines
Dates are indicative — verify with the official admissions office.
- Closed
Early Decision I / Early Action (policy-dependent)
2025-11-01 · global
- Closed
Early Decision II (where applicable)
2026-01-02 · global
- Closed
Regular Decision
2026-01-02 · global
Popular majors (top 10)
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