UChicago Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into University of Chicago
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Elite | |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
How hard is it to get into UChicago and can I get accepted? The school has a 7% acceptance rate ranking it #1 in Illinois for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,345 out of 32,283 applicants were admitted making UChicago an extremely competitive school to get into with a very low chance of acceptance - even for applicants with the highest scores and grades. Academically, it has exceptionally high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 2 percent. University of Chicago typically accepts and attracts "A" average high school students. Of those applicants who were admitted, 77% chose to enroll. This indicates that admission to the school is highly desirable and it may be a primary choice for many students. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
Can you get in?
Find out which students are getting accepted at UChicago, which are not, and how your GPA, SAT, or ACT scores compare.
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UChicago SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 720 |
| SAT Math 25th | 750 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1470 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 770 |
| SAT Math 75th | 800 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1570 |
| Average SAT Score | 1520 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Chicago?
University of Chicago typically requires applicants to be in the top 2 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1470 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1420. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1520 out of 1600. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average SAT composite score. 53 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1570 and Above | Good | >11% |
| 1520 to 1570 | Avg + | 7%-11% |
| 1470 to 1520 | Avg - | 4%-7% |
| 1420 to 1470 | Reach | 3%-4% |
| Less than 1420 | Low | <3% |
UChicago ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 34 |
| ACT Math 25th | 30 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 33 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 36 |
| ACT Math 75th | 35 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 35 |
| Average ACT Score | 34 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into UChicago?
Admission data indicates that UChicago regularly accepts students with ACT's of 33 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 2 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 32 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 34 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 35 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score. 58 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Chicago.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 35 and Above | Good | >11% |
| 34 to 35 | Avg + | 7%-11% |
| 33 to 34 | Avg - | 4%-7% |
| 32 to 33 | Reach | 3%-4% |
| Less than 32 | Low | <3% |
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UChicago GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
You will need exceptionally good grades to get into University of Chicago. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Chicago was 4.0 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average GPA. Given the school's very highly selective admissions, acceptance at UChicago extremely difficult and unlikely even with a 4.0 GPA. The school should be considered a reach even if you have a 4.0 GPA.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 83% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 13% | Reach |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 3% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
High School Class Rank
98% of University of Chicago freshman were in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 98% |
| Top 25% of class | 100% |
| Top 50% of class | 100% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 0% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 17,170 | 15,113 | 32,283 |
| Accepted | 1,146 | 1,199 | 2,345 |
| Acceptance Rate | 7% | 8% | 7% |
| Enrolled | 876 | 929 | 1,805 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 76% | 77% | 77% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on Jan 1, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Chicago and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Neither required nor recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| N |
Northwestern UniversityEvanston, Illinois |
| N |
University of Notre DameNotre Dame, Indiana |
| W |
Washington University in St LouisSaint Louis, Missouri |
| G |
Grinnell CollegeGrinnell, Iowa |
| C |
Case Western Reserve UniversityCleveland, Ohio |
| C |
Carleton CollegeNorthfield, Minnesota |
| V |
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, Tennessee |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144050 IPEDS survey data for University of Chicago.
FAQs
Does University of Chicago prefer SAT or ACT?
53% of students submit their SAT scores to UChicago. 58% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Chicago?
7% of those who apply are granted admission to UChicago. Admission competition is extreme and the college has elite admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Chicago?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1470 and 1570. 53% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Chicago?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 33 and 35. 58% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
