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At the University of Chicago, we invest in and cultivate you.Here, your hard-earned experience meets ours—based on over 125 yearsas a leading research institution. We help you maximize your skillset whileyou learn, grow, and develop into the impact-maker you want to be.You already have the raw material you need to succeed;we’re here to provide you with the toolkit. Our 100 graduateand professional programs are unique pathways to prepareyou for what’s next as leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits,and government.Master’s and Professional DegreesAlongside our more specialized master’s and professionalprograms, UChicago offers several unique, interdisciplinaryprograms that allow you to design a course of study to meetyour needs and make your mark. Through these one-yearprograms, you either pursue a broad selection of courseworkor focus more specifically on one area of study:n Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS)Students take classes throughout the Social Sciences Divisionor in a specific field, such as Political Science or Anthropology.n Master of Arts Program in the Humanities (MAPH)Students construct a generalized course of study orspecialize in any of the departments in the HumanitiesDivision. Structured tracks are also offered in areas suchas cultural policy, creative writing, digital humanities,poetics, and theater and performance studies.n Master of Science in the Physical Sciences Division (MS-PSD)Students work with faculty alongside PhD students andpostdoctoral scholars in departments across the PhysicalSciences Division.PhD ProgramsUChicago is home to some of the most renowned doctoralprograms in the world, producing top scholars in every field:n 24 Nobel Prize winners earned their graduate degreesat UChicagon More than 100 UChicago graduate students received aNational Science Foundation award in the past five yearsn UChicago is among the top five recipients of Fulbright awardsand a leading producer of graduate fellowship winnersThe Council on Advanced Studies supports more than 70interdisciplinary workshop groups, which allow students topresent their research to peers and faculty, and facilitate thedissertation writing process. Other workshop programs areoffered by individual departments and graduate divisions,ensuring students have ample opportunity to present their work.Joint and Dual DegreesUChicago offers you an array of joint and dual degree programs.Combinations may involve multiple professional degrees, theaddition of a specialization to doctoral studies, or complementarytraining across disciplines.A Home Like No Other: Hyde Park and ChicagoAs a graduate student at UChicago,you become a member of a communityunlike any other. The remarkable city ofChicago offers a world of possibilities forexploration, enrichment, and experientiallearning. With 77 distinct neighborhoodsto explore—including the University’shome of Hyde Park—you can immerseyourself in a remarkable mix of cultures,cuisines, languages, architectural styles,and points of interest.UChicago’s immediate home of HydePark is a microcosm of the larger city,offering a range of retail, restaurants,bookstores, coffee shops, parks, andattractions to enjoy—all with downtownChicago located 15 minutes away viapublic transportation. Through partnershipwith our neighbors, the University worksto enhance the quality of life andeconomic development of the SouthSide in which we reside. We drawfrom the strength and diversity of oursurrounding neighborhoods, and wegive back through programs in health,education, the arts, employment, andmore. We invite all our students to joinus in making a difference throughcommunity partnerships and programs.When you make our home your home,remember that Hyde Park boasts a varietyof housing options—from high-rises alongLake Michigan to three-flat walk-ups nearcampus. The University Family ResourceCenter is available to support studentswho are also parents with resources andinformation regarding local schools.
Outstanding FacultyUChicago faculty shape the world’sconversations and pioneer ideas withbroad impact. They’ve discovered newspecies of dinosaurs, reshaped ourunderstanding of gene functions, changedthe way American history is studied andtaught, and developed new ways oflooking at business, policy, and socialchange. Many faculty hold multipleappointments across our five divisions,seven professional schools, and 140 centers and institutes associated with theUniversity, enabling research to cut acrosstraditional boundaries.Innovative ResearchWith a commitment to free and openinquiry, our scholars transform the waywe understand the world by advancing—and creating—fields of study. They areleaders in scientific and technologicalinnovations, often in partnership with ouraffiliated laboratories: Argonne NationalLaboratory, Fermi National AcceleratorLaboratory, and the Marine BiologicalLaboratory in Woods Hole.Generating new knowledge for thebenefit of present and future generations,UChicago research impacts the globe,leading to such breakthroughs as unearthing the link between cancer and genetics,discovering the first evidence of theexpansion of the universe, establishingrevolutionary theories of economics,and developing tools to produce reliablyexcellent urban schooling.Experiential LearningAn education at UChicago includes not onlya rigorous theoretical and methodologicalgrounding, but also the opportunity to takea hands-on approach to learning. Here,students participate in field placements,legal clinics, internships, practica, laboratory rotations, teaching assignments, andethnographic research. Specialized staffmatch students to the experiences that willbest help them reach their goals.Financial SupportThe University of Chicago providesfinancial assistance to graduate studentsthrough a number of fellowship, scholarship, and student loan programs. Fundingand aid vary by program, and all prospective students are encouraged to visitindividual program websites for specificinformation. International students areeligible for all university-funded awards.n Master’s and Professional ProgramsFor most programs, merit-based scholarships and fellowships are available. TheUniversity also facilitates loan programsfor US citizens and permanent residents.n PhD ProgramsDoctoral students typically receiveextensive funding packages, includingtuition support, health insurance, and aliving stipend.Academic and Career SupportAlongside industry-specific career officesacross campus, UChicagoGRAD offers avariety of academic and career supportservices, including writing consultationsand editing, public speaking and interviewskills, internships, fellowship advising,diversity and inclusion advising, andadvising for careers in academia, industry,nonprofits, and government.Planning on a career in academia?The Chicago Center for Teaching offersworkshops and certificates to strengthenyour teaching skills and prepare you forthe transition to faculty.Diversity and InclusionUChicago prizes its diversity of thought,creed, and background. Our differences areour strengths. We strive to learn from oneanother and our surrounding communitiesevery day. We prioritize inclusive learningenvironments and the ongoing support anddevelopment of our scholars from underrepresented backgrounds or marginalizedgroups. Above all, we are committed tocultivating and supporting thinkers whoembrace the richness of our diverse worldand incorporate diversity into theiracademic lives.
Divisions, Schools, and DegreesBiological Sciences DivisionMaster’s DegreePublic Health Sciences for Clinical ProfessionalsDoctoral DegreesBiochemistry and Molecular BiophysicsCancer BiologyCell and Molecular BiologyComputational NeuroscienceDevelopment, Regeneration, and Stem Cell BiologyEcology and EvolutionEvolutionary BiologyGenetics, Genomics, and Systems BiologyHuman GeneticsImmunologyIntegrative BiologyInterdisciplinary Scientist Training Program (MD/PhD)Medical PhysicsMicrobiologyMolecular Metabolism and NutritionNeurobiologyPublic Health SciencesBooth School of BusinessMaster’s DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationDoctoral DegreesAccountingBehavioral ScienceEconometrics and StatisticsEconomicsFinanceManagement Science/Operations ManagementMarketingDivinity SchoolMaster’s DegreesMaster of Divinity (MDiv)Master of Arts in Religious Studies (MA or AMRS)Doctoral DegreesAnthropology and Sociology of ReligionBible (Hebrew Bible, New Testament)History of ChristianityHistory of JudaismHistory of ReligionsIslamic StudiesPhilosophy of ReligionsReligion, Literature, and Visual CultureReligions in AmericaReligious EthicsTheologyGraham School of Continuing Liberal & Professional StudiesMaster’s DegreesAnalytics (MS)Biomedical Informatics (MS)Liberal Arts (MLA)Threat and Response Management (MS)Urban Teacher Education Program (MAT)Harris School of Public PolicyMaster’s DegreesComputational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP)Master of Arts in International Development and Policy (MAIDP)Public Policy (MPP or MA)Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM)Doctoral DegreePublic PolicyHumanities DivisionMaster’s DegreesDigital Studies of Language, Culture, and HistoryMaster of Arts Program in the HumanitiesMiddle Eastern StudiesVisual Arts (MFA)Doctoral DegreesArt HistoryCinema and Media StudiesClassicsComparative LiteratureEast Asian Languages and CivilizationsEnglish Language and LiteratureGermanic StudiesLinguisticsMusicNear Eastern Languages and CivilizationsPhilosophyRomance Languages and LiteraturesSouth Asian Languages and LiteraturesTheater and Performance Studies (Joint Degree Only)The Law SchoolMaster’s DegreesMaster of Laws (LLM)Master of Legal Studies (MLS)Doctoral DegreesJuris Doctor (JD)Doctor of Jurisprudence (JSD)Doctor of Comparative Law (DCompL)Physical Sciences DivisionMaster’s DegreesComputational and Applied MathematicsComputer ScienceFinancial MathematicsMaster of Science in the Physical SciencesStatisticsDoctoral DegreesAstronomy and AstrophysicsBiophysical SciencesChemistryComputational and Applied MathematicsComputer ScienceGeophysical SciencesMathematicsPhysicsStatisticsPritzker School of MedicineDoctoral DegreesMedical DoctorMedicine, the Social Sciences, and Humanities (MD/PhD)Medical Scientist Training Program (MD/PhD)Pritzker School of Molecular EngineeringMaster’s DegreeMaster of Science in Molecular EngineeringDoctoral DegreeMolecular EngineeringSchool of Social Service AdministrationMaster’s DegreesSocial Sector Leadership and Nonprofit Management (MA)Social Work and Social Welfare: Clinical or Social Administration (MA)Doctoral DegreeSocial Service AdministrationSocial Sciences DivisionMaster’s DegreesComputational Social ScienceInternational RelationsMaster of Arts Program in the Social SciencesMiddle Eastern StudiesDoctoral DegreesAnthropologyComparative Human DevelopmentConceptual and Historical Studies of ScienceEconomicsHistoryPolitical SciencePsychologySocial ThoughtSociology
Application FAQsDo you require a master’s degree to apply toa PhD program?No. The vast majority of our graduate programsaccept applicants with a four-year bachelor’s degreeor its equivalent. Exceptions are the PhD programsin the Divinity School and the School of Social ServiceAdministration. However, in some fields it is becomingincreasingly common for students enrolling in aPhD program to already hold a master’s degree.When should I apply?The vast majority of our programs accept applicationsonce per year for the following autumn quarter, withdeadlines for most PhD programs falling in December.Master’s program deadlines vary, but many programsaccept applications through March.What are your application requirements?Applicants apply directly to the program of interest viathe online application, and each program has a separateadmissions process. Typically, applications require:n Unofficial transcriptsn Statement of purposen Three letters of recommendationn Official test scoresn TOEFL or IELTS scores for international studentsn Application feePrograms in humanistic and social sciencefields also usually require a writing sample,while those in the sciences may require GRESubject Test scores. Check the website of your programof interest for specific requirements before starting anapplication.Is there a minimum GPA/score?With the exception of English language proficiencyexams, the University of Chicago has no minimum testscores or GPAs. All our programs share an emphasis on“holistic” admissions—in other words, departments lookat the entire picture of an applicant, not just a set of testscore results or grades. That said, some programs maypublish information regarding the averages of theirsuccessful applicants on their website, which may be ahelpful guide.grad.uchicago.edu/admissionsStatement of NondiscriminationThe University does not discriminate on the basis of race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalor ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability,protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protectedclasses under the law. For additional information please seehttp://www.uchicago.edu/about/non discrimination statement/.
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eligible for all university-funded awards. n Master's and Professional Programs For most programs, merit-based scholar - ships and fellowships are available. The University also facilitates loan programs for US citizens and permanent residents. n PhD Programs Doctoral students typically receive extensive funding packages, including
