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University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$80,870

Acceptance Rate

5%

Graduation Rate

95%

Annual Tuition

$66,939

At a Glance

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Total Students

7,540

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Retention Rate

99%

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Faculty Ratio

5

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Financial Aid

5%

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Median Debt

$15,000

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

The University of Chicago is a private, non-profit institution with 7,540 students. The university has a very selective admissions process, accepting only 4.8% of applicants. It has a high graduation rate of 95.2% and an exceptional retention rate of 99.4%.

The annual in-state tuition is $66,939. Graduates report strong earnings, with a median of $77,119 one year after graduation, $80,870 after five years, and $91,885 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $15,000, and 5.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$77k

1 YEAR

$81k

5 YEARS

$92k

10 YEARS

Top 4% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Chicago alumni earn a median of $77,119. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $80,870, and after ten years, median earnings increase to $91,885. The median debt for graduates is $15,000. The university has a very high retention rate of 99.4% and a graduation rate of 95.2%.

The University of Chicago has a very selective admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 4.8%. The university's in-state tuition is $66,939, and 5.1% of students receive financial aid. The university has a student population of 7,540.

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Campus Location

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Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL 60637

University of Chicago is located in Chicago, Illinois. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Chicago has an acceptance rate of 5%.