Costs & Scholarships
| Category | On-Campus | Off-Campus | Commuter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $63,801 | $63,801 | $63,801 |
| Student Life Fee | $1,818 | $1,818 | $1,818 |
| Food & Housing | $19,221 | – | $15,000 |
| Maintenance | – | $7,500 | – |
| Books/Personal Expenses | $3,570 | $3,570 | $3,570 |
| Travel | $450 | $450 | $450 |
| Total | $89,040 | $77,319 | $84,819 |
1. University Grant
2. Federal Pell Grant
3. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
4. Illinois MAP Grant
Need-Based Aid: UChicago meets 100% of demonstrated need in the form of grants (which do not need to be repaid) instead of loans for all families.
Merit-Based Scholarships: All students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships, regardless of their financial situation.
1. Federal Direct Subsidized Loan
2. Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
3. Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
If you are eligible for financial aid, your financial assistance package may include the option for Federal Work-Study. This program allows you to secure work-study positions where the wages are subsidized by the government. It’s important to note that if you are employed through the Office of Student Employment, you may work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year.
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