Budget for 2018-2019
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | Commuter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $55,425 | $55,425 | $55,425 |
| Student Life Fee | $1,581 | $1,581 | $1,581 |
| Room & Board (or Maintenance Allowance) |
$16,350 | $12,021 | $4,968 |
| Books/Personal Expenses | $3,975 | $3,975 | $3,975 |
| TOTAL | $77,331 | $73,002 | $65,949 |
Financial Aid uses the following budget to determine financial aid awards.
- First year students are assessed a one-time Class Fee of $1,224
- All students are required to have health insurance while enrolled at the University of Chicago. Students are automatically enrolled in the University Student Health Insurance Plan for an additional fee. More information about opting out of this plan will be provided by Campus and Student Life in the summer. Information available at wellness.uchicago.edu
The following chart shows the Cost of Attendance figures for upperclass students during the 2017-18 academic year:
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | Commuter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $53,292 | $53,292 | $53,292 |
| Student Life Fee | $1,533 | $1,533 | $1,533 |
| Room & Board (or Commuter Allowance) |
$15,726 | $12,021 | $4,968 |
| Books/Personal Expenses | $3,975 | $3,975 | $3,975 |
| TOTAL | $74,526 | $70,821 | $63,768 |
NOTE:
- Health insurance is not included in the cost figures above. The health insurance cost for 2017-18 is $3,972.
- If you change your housing status, you must notify Financial Aid immediately.
Net Price Calculator
For an estimate of what your costs might look like, please enter your information into our Net Price Calculator.
Keep in mind that this estimate is based entirely on the information you provide. Your actual financial aid package may be different.