University of Chicago Financial Aid and Merit Scholarships

🌟 About the Opportunity

The University of Chicago Financial Aid and Merit Scholarships provide international students with the opportunity to study at one of the most prestigious universities in the United States. International students at UChicago come from over 100 countries and make up 24% of the University's student population, contributing to the diversity and vibrancy of the campus community.

As an international applicant, you will apply in the same manner as any other first-year applicant. Your application will be reviewed in the context of where you attended high school, regardless of your citizenship. The University considers you an international applicant for financial aid purposes if you are neither a U.S. citizen nor a U.S. permanent resident.

📅 Key Dates

• Date Published: August 25, 2025
• Application Deadline: November 15, 2025

🌍 Opportunity Location

• Country: United States

🎁 Benefits of the Scholarship

Loan-Free Financial Aid Packages Cover:

• Tuition fees
• Housing and meal plan
• Health insurance
• Books and personal expenses (estimated)

Merit Scholarships:

• Partial tuition scholarships
• Lump-sum awards
• Renewable annual awards

Merit scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership, and community service.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be an international student (non-U.S. citizen and non-U.S. permanent resident).
• Must apply for financial aid at the time of admission.
• Eligible only for first-year undergraduate applicants.
• International transfer applicants do not qualify for financial aid.
• A strong academic record and proof of English language proficiency are necessary (test scores optional but encouraged if applicable).

📄 Required Documents

What to Submit:

1. Student Financial Aid Worksheet (submitted via UChicago Account).
2. Supporting documents for family income and assets, such as:
   • Tax forms (or equivalent, translated into English and converted to USD).
   • Employer statement of income.
   • Bank statements.
   • Asset verification forms (savings, investments, property).
3. High school transcripts and Secondary School Report.
4. Two teacher recommendations.
5. Personal statement and UChicago Supplement essays.
6. Proof of English proficiency (if applicable).

📝 Application Process

1. Apply through either the Common Application or the Coalition Application, Powered by Scoir.
2. Create a UChicago Account to upload financial aid forms and track your application.
3. Complete the Student Financial Aid Worksheet online.
4. Submit all required supporting documents (income, assets, transcripts, recommendations).
5. Submit your personal statement and UChicago Supplement essays.
6. Meet the application deadlines:
   • November 15
   • January 15
   • February 15
7. Wait for admission and aid decision notifications according to the chosen application cycle.

📌 Application Deadline

• November 15, 2025

🔗 Scholarship Application Portal

For more details, visit the University of Chicago Financial Aid and Merit Scholarships page.
To apply, create your UChicago Account.

This opportunity is an excellent chance for international students to gain access to world-class education while receiving financial support tailored to their needs. Don't miss the application deadline!

• Loan-free financial aid packages covering:
  • Tuition fees
  • Housing & meal plan
  • Health insurance
  • Books & personal expenses (estimated)
• Merit scholarships are available based on academic excellence, leadership, and community service. These may be:
  • Partial tuition scholarships
  • Lump-sum awards
  • Renewable annual awards