University of Chicago Reviews

"I think college is a complete waste of time. I have 5 degrees and I would be better off if I would have started working without going to school. Student Loan debt is a death sentence."

"Where to go to college is a tremendously important decision for yourself and your family. Please don't make your decision without doing your research and visiting the campus. Talk to as many people as possible, the more input the better. This decision can help set your path for the rest of your life, academically, opportunity wise, and socially."

"Beautiful campus, great learning environment, and a great deal of history"

"University of Chicago is where my stepfather received his degree in the same field 40 years ago. In all honesty, the school was much better then, from what he tells me. The wonderful thing is the diversity. It's beautiful how much diversity and inclusion they have there. Unfortunately, the school's educational standards have dropped significantly. The best professors are leaving, the classes are very unruly, and it is not at all what you would expect from a top-notch school."

"it is a great school which promotes open discourse of ideas"

"Really amazing - extremely tough but great professors and faculty"

"Excellent program that allows you to pave your own path in your career."

"The University of Chicago is a remarkable place to learn and grow as an undergraduate. The college is small enough that students get personal attention from their professors, and the largest classes are no more than 40 or 50 students. Because the college is attached to a larger, prestigious university, undergraduate students benefit from the wealth of resources, networking opportunities, cultural experiences, and class selection. The common core gives students a strong understanding of many subjects and offers creative opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration. The University of Chicago has strong name recognition and a good reputation, which has helped me get good jobs in my career.Read Less"

"The University of Chicago is definitely worth your money. The professors are great! Contrary to common belief, most students and staff are friendly. It's a beautiful campus and they offer a lot of resources and opportunities. I never had an issue in the duration of my program of study."

"Booth was an exceptional place to get an MBA. In addition to rigorous analytical curriculum work in the classroom, the Booth network has proven extremely valuable and the Booth name on a resume is well respected."

"It was very tough but a great learning environment"

"University of Chicago is a good school, but is also very expensive. I would not recommend starting out at this school unless you are guaranteed to have some source of income after you graduate. I also noticed a certain tension among the professors, and some of the best professors left due to behind-the-scenes issues. University of Chicago has a top of the line reputation, but that reputation is not as well deserved as it once was. When deciding on which college or university to attend, please think very carefully about this school. Appearances can be very deceiving.Read Less"

"I loved it! I loved the extra curriculars mostly"

"The University of Chicago has given me an amazing opportunity to learn and grow with students who, in many different ways, pursue "Life of the Mind". The courses early on my college career were geared towards getting the students very familiar with the Core Curriculum, the structure of courses and subject matter from which Uchicago gets its fame (or notoriety, for some). The College has challenged me to think in the most abstract manners possible, whether that be in my Classical Social and Political Thought class where we would ponder whether Marx and Rousseau would have been friends, or even in the most unexpected of places like in my Advanced Painting class, where we would discuss the definition of an "object". Uchicago also prides itself to hold an extraordinary number of Nobel Laureates, indicative of the high level of scholarly work that its people produce. All in all, anyone wanting to find a school where they cherish academic thought would find a home here.Read Less"

"For Biomedical graduate work, U of C is a wonderful place to study. The faulty support is amazing. The breadth and creativity of research is hard to beat."

"I absolutely loved my experience at UChicago. My favorite part was getting to live and learn with people who were like me - bookish, passionate, and curious. UChicago undergrads, grads, and professors are some of the smartest people I've ever met and I have learned so much from them. I will say one thing, though: it's not for everyone. The workload is intense and not always forgiving."

"If you're already interested in the U of C, you're probably a good fit! Otherwise, why would you want to join a group of serious nerds who proudly proclaim their allegiance to the place "where fun comes to die?" I loved most of my classes, met people I could commune and compete with, and deeply enjoyed the life of the mind during my years at UChicago. So much so, indeed, that I went back for another degree."

"This is a wonderful University though perhaps a bit pretentious. If you want an incredibly academic atmosphere and be in school with incredibly smart co-students, this is the place for you."

"I am a first year Graduate Student at the University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration. The program's focus on social justice consistently challenge's students regardless of their area of focus (clinical or administration) to consider how they can apply course concepts to larger societal issues. In addition to exemplary academics, the school offers a tremendous amount to students in term of networking and career support. The University works hard to ensure students are connected to opportunities that empower them to make a difference within their communities and truly apply classroom content.Read Less"

"The academic atmosphere here is really great, where everyone is excited about new sciences. The faculty are among top researchers in their areas of interest, bringing state-of-the-art research ideas into the program. The program, however, does not have good diversity in terms of gender and race."