University of Chicago International Scholarships

University of Chicago offers a variety of scholarships for international students to make education more accessible. UChicago has offered nearly $20 million in need-based financial aid to international students through its University of Chicago International Scholarships over the past four years. A recent $35 million gift has further strengthened this commitment. UChicago is dedicated to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need with a loan-free financial aid package for admitted students who applied for funding.

Note: The University of Chicago does not require the CSS Profile or FAFSA for financial aid applications. Instead, they use their own financial aid application process and require specific documentation to assess financial need.

Benefits:

• Our financial aid packages are based on an estimate of the full costs of enrolling at the University of Chicago, including tuition, housing, health insurance, a meal plan, and estimates for additional costs like books and personal expenses.

Eligibility of University of Chicago International Scholarships :

Undergraduate Students:

• Academic Achievement: Strong high school transcripts and extracurricular involvement.
• Community Involvement: Significant contributions to the community and leadership qualities.
• Documentation: High school transcripts, recommendation letters, proof of income, and the International Financial Aid Worksheet.

Postgraduate Students:

• Academic Achievement: Outstanding academic record and research potential.
• Documentation: Bachelor’s degree, recommendation letters, cover letter, resume, and proof of income.

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Application Requirements of University of Chicago International Scholarships:

• Submission Process: Through the UChicago Account.
• Supporting Docs: Upload income verification documents (tax forms, bank statements, etc.) in the “Foreign Aid Application Supporting Docs” section.
• Exclusion: CSS Profile or FAFSA
• Certification of Finances: Not required for financial aid application.

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Application Process:

At the University of Chicago, the selection process for scholarships involves both merit-based and need-based criteria.

For merit-based scholarships:

•  All first-year applicants are automatically considered; no separate application is required.
• These scholarships are awarded based on academic performance and extracurricular involvement, with decisions made by a merit scholarship committee.

For need-based scholarships:

•  Applicants must submit a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). 
• Selection is based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and financial need, as verified by supporting documentation.

Deadlines

At the University of Chicago, the deadlines for financial aid and scholarship applications are as follows:

• Early Action & Early Decision I: November 15
• Early Decision II: January 15
• Regular Decision: February 15

Ensure that all required documents and applications are submitted by these dates to be considered for financial aid and scholarships. 

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