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Entrance to Hull Court
The University of Chicago is a unique place, and you won’t find a common opinion about the school. Some people will say it’s too nerdy. Others will say people are pessimistic. And even others will claim that they didn’t have access to the city of Chicago. The truth is the school is what you make of it. The academics are challenging—there is no way you can coast through; however, they’re also manageable. You will definitely meet great and interesting people in your classes. You can also develop fantastic relationships with professors that you’ll still have in 20 years. You will learn more than you ever thought possible, and just the process of discovering a new way to think will have a lifelong impact.
At U of C, there is an opportunity to be social on so many different levels. You can get involved in a new organization or try Greek life. While there might not be a raging party going on every night, that doesn’t mean you need to stay holed up in your room, pouring over calculus problems. There is enough of a party scene if you’re willing to take risks and try hanging out with different people. If you don’t have anything to do on campus on a Friday night, you still have the entire city of Chicago at your disposal. With so many events going on downtown, it’s impossible to be bored. If you don’t learn to use public transportation, you will feel a little stuck in Hyde Park. However, once you get your feet wet and experience your first CTA train, you’ll never fear public transportation again. Most people come out of this school looking back at Hull Gate and thinking, “It was worth it.” You’ll have your ups and downs. There will be nights you throw a textbook across the room or go through an entire pint of Ben & Jerry’s. However, in the end, this place is special.
ahloube
Computer Science '15
I Love This Place
It's pretty great school not just for the academics, but because of the people you meet here.
Mar 10, 2012
mortimer451
Psychology '12
A Sanctuary for Nerds
If you are passionate about learning and intense about academics, you will find no better school. It is a close community of creative and passionate people.
Dec 14, 2011
msalm
Theatre, Arts, and Media Management '09
An Incredible Experience
UChicago is an amazing school that offers one of the best undergraduate experiences. Both socially and academically, students here thrive and grow into leaders and thinkers whose ideas change the world.
Aug 09, 2011
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