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ACCEPTANCE RATE

6.17%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

61%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

5:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$38,615

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer social science degrees.

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University of Chicago

1407 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL

University of Chicago is a nonprofit private institution located in Chicago, IL and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately fifteen thousand students enroll at University of Chicago yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Chicago offers:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Very common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 31 - 34 on the ACT, or 1400 - 1570 for the SAT exam. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 20% of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $47,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for University of Chicago is the "Maroons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the school's http://www.uchicago.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Social Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Chicago has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree244
Doctorate Degree8

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male121
Female131

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian19
Black4
Hispanic11
White102
Multiple Races8
Non Resident Alien103
Unknown5

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Social Science program at University of Chicago, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 200
    • Average Hourly Rate: $40.16
    • Average Annual Salary: $83540

      Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

      Admission Requirements & Details

      The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates University of Chicago accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

      College Credits Accepted

      • AP Course Credits
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      Academics & Student Services

      Student Services

      To help students and alumni, University of Chicago may provide services like those listed below:

      • Academic counseling for students
      • Employing students to lower education costs
      • Assistance to find work

      Intercollegiate Athletics

      University of Chicago is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

      • Baseball (Midwest Conference)
      • Basketball (University Athletic Association)
      • Track and Field (University Athletic Association)
      • Football (Midwest Conference)
      • Lacrosse
      • Soccer
      • Softball
      • Swimming and Diving
      • Tennis
      • Volleyball
      • Wrestling