Visiting colleges is on many students’ radar during the summer months, and UChicago brings you the best of both worlds, in person and virtually! Our doors are open, welcoming visitors on campus Monday through Saturday, and we’re here virtually 24/7. Checking out virtual opportunities like an information session, campus tour, model class, student salon, or your favorite videos prior to visiting in person is a great introduction to our community. When you arrive on campus, you’ll feel a welcoming familiarity!
Join us for a virtual session to explore UChicago on your own timetable. Sit in on a model class, connect with current students, or check out any one of the upcoming virtual events listed below—join us for all that spark your inspiration!
UChicago Events to Check Out (all times are noted in US Central Daylight Time (CDT)—please register in advance using the links below!)
Sunday, August 1, 2 p.m.: Virtual Campus Tour. Join current students as they lead a session highlighting important places on UChicago’s campus while tying in the student experience both socially and academically. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun stories!
Monday, August 2, 6 p.m.: Virtual Student Panel. Join us for a conversation with the parents of UChicago students!
Tuesday, August 3, 6 p.m.: Virtual Information Session. Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor for a live virtual information session covering the college admissions process, essay writing, recommendations, scholarships and financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and campus life.
Thursday, August 5, 7 p.m.: Admisión y Ayuda Financiera. Consejeros ofrecerán detalles sobre el proceso de admisión y ayuda financiera en español.
Sunday, August 8, 2 p.m.: Virtual Campus Tour. Join current students as they lead a session highlighting important places on UChicago’s campus while tying in the student experience both socially and academically. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun stories!
Monday, August 9, 7:30 a.m.: Virtual Student Salon. Join us for a personal discussion with our current students to learn more about student life and academics at UChicago. These virtual gatherings are intended to mimic the small class sizes found on our campus and will offer the opportunity to connect in real-time with current students and fellow applicants. Bring your questions about campus life and be prepared for a lively conversation! Please note, UChicago Student Salons are only available for prospective students.
Wednesday, August 11, 9 a.m.: UChicago Model Class with Professor Pablo Peña. Join us for a model class, "Human Capital and the Economy" with Professor Pena, Assistant Instructional Professor in Economics. This course introduces the concept of human capital, its accumulation process, its role in family decisions, and its impact on the economy.
Thursday, August 12, 7 p.m.: Discovering U: Joint Virtual Information Session. Join Columbia University, the University of Chicago, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Michigan, and Yale University to discover the exceptional opportunities our schools have to offer!
Saturday, August 14, 11 a.m.: Virtual Information Session. Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor for a live virtual information session covering the college admissions process, essay writing, recommendations, scholarships and financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and campus life.
Sunday, August 15, 2 p.m.: Virtual Campus Tour. Join current students as they lead a session highlighting important places on UChicago’s campus while tying in the student experience both socially and academically. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun stories!
Monday, August 16, 4 p.m.: Virtual Student Salon. Join us for a personal discussion with our current students to learn more about student life and academics at UChicago. These virtual gatherings are intended to mimic the small class sizes found on our campus and will offer the opportunity to connect in real time with current students and fellow applicants. Bring your questions about campus life and be prepared for a lively conversation! Please note, UChicago Student Salons are only available for prospective students.
Tuesday, August 17, 6 p.m.: Virtual Information Session. Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor for a live virtual information session covering the college admissions process, essay writing, recommendations, scholarships and financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and campus life.
Sunday, August 22, 2 p.m.: Virtual Campus Tour. Join current students as they lead a session highlighting important places on UChicago’s campus while tying in the student experience both socially and academically. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun stories!
Monday, August 23, 6 p.m.: Virtual Student Panel. Join us for a conversation with the parents of UChicago students!
Tuesday, August 24, 7 a.m.: Virtual Information Session. Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor for a live virtual information session covering the college admissions process, essay writing, recommendations, scholarships and financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and campus life.
Thursday, August 26, 3 p.m.: UChicago Financial Aid Session. Thaddeus Paskert, Assistant Director of Financial Aid will lead a session on financing a UChicago education.
Sunday, August 29, 2 p.m.: Virtual Campus Tour. Join current students as they lead a session highlighting important places on UChicago’s campus while tying in the student experience both socially and academically. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun stories!
Monday, August 30, 7:30 a.m.: Virtual Student Salon. Join us for a personal discussion with our current students to learn more about student life and academics at UChicago. These virtual gatherings are intended to mimic the small class sizes found on our campus and will offer the opportunity to connect in real time with current students and fellow applicants. Bring your questions about campus life and be prepared for a lively conversation! Please note, UChicago Student Salons are only available for prospective students.
If you have any more questions, concerns, suggestions, or if you just want to talk, please reach out to us at collegeadmissions@uchicago.edu or send an email to askastudent@uchicago.edu to get in touch with a current UChicago student!