Posted on Feb 03, 2026 / Travel

To apply to the University of Chicago, you’ll typically use either the Common App or the Coalition App and complete UChicago’s own supplemental questions that let you show who you are. You’ll need to submit things like your high school transcript, recommendations, essays, and sometimes test scores, depending on the current policy. UChicago is known for creatively written essay prompts that encourage you to think outside the typical “why this school” question. Some programs also have additional requirements like portfolios or special writing samples. There are multiple admissions rounds like Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision, each with its own deadlines. International students also have to meet English proficiency and visa requirements as part of the process. Checking the official admissions guidance each year is smart because details can change.
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