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University of Chicago

Chicago, ILPrivate7,569 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
4.5%
SAT middle 50%
1510–1580
ACT middle 50%
34–35
Next deadline
Jan 4
Application fee
$90

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 2, 2026 Early Decision Binding Closed
Nov 2, 2026 Early Action Non-binding Closed
Jan 4, 2027 Early Decision II Binding 55 days left
Jan 4, 2027 Regular Decision Non-binding 55 days left
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“Early Decision I Application Deadline Nov 2, 2026”
Source: collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu · checked Nov 10, 2026 · How we check

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Essays 2 essay prompts listed on the official page
Fee $90

Tuition & fees
$73,962
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$103,872
6-year graduation
95%
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