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UChicago’s Office of College Admissions offers group visit experiences for high schools, educational programs, community-based organizations, and extracurricular groups working with high school students in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Groups of 20 or more can request a dedicated admissions officer-led information session and/or campus tour. These are available as either a virtual visit conducted via Zoom or an on-campus visit. You can learn more about virtual group visits here .

Before registering, please determine which type of event your group would like to attend:

• Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor for an information session covering the college admissions process and contextual review, as well as financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and campus life at UChicago.
• Join current students as they highlight important places on UChicago's campus and share stories about their social and academic experiences as a UChicago student. Bring your questions and get ready for some fun!
• Join a UChicago Admissions Counselor and a current UChicago student for a combined session highlighting the college admissions process, financial aid, and UChicago's campus.

Additional details to note for an In-Person Group Visit:

• Requests should be completed at least three weeks in advance of your requested date.
• On-campus visits require one chaperone per 15 high school students or 10 K-8 students.
• If your high school group is smaller than 20 students, please feel free to sign up for one of our general Info Sessions and Tour slots if they work for you. K-8 groups of any size must use the group visit request form.
• Please note that groups larger than 60 may require special approval due to space constraints on campus.
• Participation in a group visit is limited to current high school students as well as K-8 students at Chicagoland area elementary and middle schools.
• After submitting a request form, you will receive an acknowledgment of submission. This is not confirmation of a reservation. You should receive notification within 3 business days of your submission to either confirm or clarify your reservation.

For more information, please see our FAQ or email [email protected] .

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University of Chicago - 10 Great Things to See and Do

All are Open to the Public

The University of Chicago is one of the premiere educational institutions in the country, and, to date, it has tallied more than 80 Nobel Prize winners among its faculty, researchers, and students. It's also a lovely and historic Gothic campus, which is always worthy of a stroll. Find tips to get the most out of your visit. All of the choices on this list are generally open to the public. To help you plan your visit, you can find the University of Chicago's interactive campus maps here. Also, see our list of Top 10 Great Things to See and Do in Hyde Park.

Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

This immense, non-denominational chapel celebrates all faiths and serves as a community focal point for celebrations, graduations, and commemorations. Check their list of events for musical concerts, worship services, tours , and more. Location: 5850 South Woodlawn Avenue Chicago, IL 60637

Henry Moore Sculpture - "Nuclear Energy"

I have always found this sculpture by Henry Moore chilling. The bronze is titled "Nuclear Energy," and it commemorates the creation of the first sustained nuclear chain reaction, which was realized by a team of University of Chicago scientists led by Enrico Fermi. This knowledge eventually led to the creation of the nuclear bomb and, subsequently, to its use in Hiroshima. The sculpture was unveiled on December 2, 1967.

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The Renaissance Society

Don't be fooled by the Middle Ages-invoking name: this hard-to-find gallery has been showing cutting edge artwork since 1915. It was among the first galleries in the United States to exhibit Picasso, Brancusi, and Miro among others and the first gallery to ever host a solo exhibition of Alexander Calder and Ferdinand Leger. A must-see for any serious or curious art fan in Chicago. Location: 5811 S. Ellis Avenue Bergman Gallery, Cobb Hall 418 Chicago, IL 60637

The Oriental Institute

Get in touch with your inner archaeologist at this renowned museum dedicated to the ancient Near East. The museum has an incredible collection spanning the Near Eastern civilizations and featuring mummies, ancient pottery, and much more. Location: 1155 East 58th Street Chicago, IL 60637

The Smart Museum of Art

The David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art draws on its location in the heart of the University of Chicago campus to offer an interdisciplinary approach to presenting and exploring the visual arts. Many of their exhibits are accompanied by a broad spectrum of programming designed to enhance and promote the presented works. Location: 5550 South Greenwood Avenue Chicago IL 60637

The University of Chicago Quads

The physical heart of the University of Chicago is at 58th Street and University Avenue. 58th Street leads into the quadrangles. Wandering among the quads is a lovely stroll. The Oriental Institute and the Renaissance Society are located nearby. Check out the botany pond to see what's in bloom.

The University of Chicago Law School

This is probably the building that is the least accessible to the public on this list, but I included it for two reasons. First, it's by one of my favorite architects, the renowned Eero Saarinen. Secondly, it's where Barack Obama taught before he became President of the United States. During Barack Obama's campaign for President of the United States, the University of Chicago media office was besieged with requests for clarification about his status and experience while teaching at their law school. They issued a clarification about his work at the University . Location: 1111 East 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637

The Court Theatre

For more than 50 years, this professional theater has been staging classic plays with remarkable results. Location: 5535 S. Ellis Ave. Chicago, IL 60637

The University of Chicago Folk Festival

The University of Chicago Folklore Society stages this showcase of folk talent from around the country ever year, usually in February.

The Midway Plaisance

This is the former "plaisance" where the 1893 World's Fair was held. It hosted the first Ferris Wheel as well as concession stands and markets. Now, it's part of the university's campus. In the winter, the city runs an ice skating rink in the center, which is open to the public. Read more about the Midway Plaisance's role in the 1893 World's Fair. Location: Between 59th and 60th Streets on the North and South and Cottage Grove and roughly Harper on the West and East. Chicago, IL

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University of chicago preferred hotel program.

The following is a sampling of hotels in Hyde Park and greater Chicago. The University of Chicago also maintains a Preferred Hotel Program for hotels in the Chicago area , and worldwide . Some of these hotels may offer discounted rates or special services for cnet ID holders. Please visit our financial services website for details and requirements.

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Tours & Group Visits

Tour programs at a glance.

Programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.   Guided tour requests must be made at least two weeks in advance.  Please read the descriptions below to learn about the programs ISAC offers.  ISAC does not have any facilities where visitors can eat lunch. For options on the University of Chicago campus see:  https://dining.uchicago.edu/ . 

If the cost of a program is a barrier to entry, please do not hesitate to reach out directly to [email protected] , and a team member will be happy to schedule your experience.

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ISAC Museum Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, Saturday–Sunday 10:00am–4:00pm Friday 10:00am–8:00pm The Museum will be closed until 2:00pm on June 1, 2024 Visitor Information

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Campus Visit

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The Harris School of Public Policy hosts in-person campus visits for prospective students visiting the University of Chicago. Campus visits include a tour of the Keller Center, a class visit, and an admissions presentation. Visitors in the Spring Quarter may sit in on History of Financial Crises with Professor Tom Coleman .

• 12:20–12:30 p.m. Arrival, check in with front desk and wait in the Keller Center lobby. A staff member will pick you up to take you to the info session.
• 12:30–1 p.m. Info session, Room 1010
• 1–1:30 p.m. Tour the Keller Center with a current student
• 1:30–2:50 p.m. History of Financial Crises, Room 0001

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Full-Time MBA Visit Campus

Get an inside look at life at chicago booth..

We are very excited to welcome visitors to Harper Center! We invite you to come experience the campus and community through a variety of visit options that will introduce you to the people, culture, and everyday life at Chicago Booth. We can’t wait to meet you!

Campus Visit Program

Every Campus Visit day offers a chance to sit in on an actual MBA class, do open office hours with Admissions, take a tour of the building, and have lunch with current students. See what it's like to be a Boothie and enjoy plenty of opportunities to talk with members of our community throughout the day.

Spring Quarter visits will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting March 26 through May 16, 2024.

Please Note: Formal campus visits will not be offered during the Summer and will resume in the Fall Quarter 2024.

Register for Your Visit

Registration is required to attend our Campus Visit Program and space is limited. Please click the button below to see available dates and to register. You will receive a confirmation email with details about your visit upon registration.

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Getting to Campus

The Charles M. Harper Center is just minutes away from downtown Chicago in the Hyde Park Neighborhood, home to the new Obama Presidential Center . It’s easily accessible by cab, bus, train, or car. Parking may be difficult, so please allow 30 to 45 minutes for parking.

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Office Hours

Stop by our Admissions office to speak with an admissions director and take a self-guided tour of the building; Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Central Time). Please note: the Admissions office will be closed to visitors on the following dates:

• March 11 - 15, 2024 for Spring Break
• May 27, 2024 for Memorial Day

Additional Ways to Engage

Take advantage of opportunities throughout the year to connect virtually with Chicago Booth students, faculty, and admissions staff:

• Use our Connect with a Current Student  tool to ask questions via email
• Take a Self-Guided Tour of Harper Center  (you can also download the "Chicago Booth Tours app on Apple or Android devices) 
• Read the The Booth Experience Blog student blog
• Read the Admissions Blog
• Attend an Admissions event

University of Chicago Information Session and Campus Tour

Anyone interested in a general University of Chicago information session should contact the Undergraduate Office of Admissions at 773.702.8650.

Questions about the Full-Time MBA Program? Contact our admissions team. We look forward to hearing from you!

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The University of Chicago The Law School

Tours of the law school for prospective and admitted students.

Visit us virtually with these videos about the Law School and the University of Chicago campus.

Video Tours of the University of Chicago Law School

Join three UChicago Law students on a tour of the school:

Bill Watson, class of 2014, recorded this audio tour, accompanied by photos, about the history and community that make UChicago Law unique. For a table of contents with links, view the description on YouTube .

The "Neighborhoods" of the University of Chicago Campus

Wendy Doniger, Mircea Eliade Distinguished Service Professor of the History of Religions, discusses how different architectural styles coexist and complement one another on campus.

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American Osteopathic Association President-Elect Visits AZCOM

CCOM Chair, Clinical Education and AOA President-Elect comes in as guest lecturer

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Dr. Hubka (center right) spends time at AZCOM, offers informational presentations, and participates in the OMM lab.

On Wednesday March 20th, the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) was pleased to welcome Teresa Hubka, D.O., FACOOG, on the Glendale Campus. Dr. Hubka is the Chair of the OBGYN department at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM), and, most recently, has been named the President-Elect of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). She will begin her term as President in July.

During Dr. Hubka’s visit to the Glendale Campus, she offered two AOA presentations and participated as a guest faculty teacher in the OMM lab. Dr. Hubka enjoyed her experience on the Glendale Campus, recalling, “The AZCOM Faculty were very engaging. I enjoyed participating in the OMM lab as a guest faculty member to share some hands-on OMM skills for the students to learn. My favorite part was personally guiding various students in the proper hand placement and positioning of the patient.  Everyone was very receptive and inviting. I also loved getting a tour of the entire campus and meeting various other faculty and the Clinic staff.”

Lori Kemper, D.O. (AZCOM), Dean, expressed her excitement to have a CCOM faculty member and AOA President-Elect in Arizona. “It was wonderful to have Dr. Hubka on campus discussing osteopathic principles and practice with the Class of 2026. I am proud that an MWU faculty member is representing our profession nationally.”

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