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University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$80,870

Acceptance Rate

5%

Graduation Rate

95%

Annual Tuition

$66,939

At a Glance

Total Students

7,540

Retention Rate

99%

Faculty Ratio

5

Financial Aid

5%

Median Debt

$15,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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. The university boasts a high graduation rate of 95.2% and a strong retention rate of 99.4%.

The annual in-state tuition is $66,939. Graduates report strong earnings, with a median salary of $77,119 one year after graduation, increasing to $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.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

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 salary of $77,119. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $80,870. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $91,885. The median debt for graduates is $15,000.

The University of Chicago has a high retention rate of 99.4% and a graduation rate of 95.2%. The university has a low acceptance rate of 4.8%. Only 5.1% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $66,939.

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Campus Location

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 4.8%.