Yes, in addition to a Student Veterans of America chapter, our non-military affiliated students and veteran students created the Maroon Veterans Alliance. Additional veterans groups exist within graduate programs and a dedicated military affinity group supports our alumni.
Admitted Veteran Scholars are welcome to submit a petition to have courses reviewed for transfer credit.
No, the ACT and SAT are not required for an application to UChicago. If you feel confident that your scores can strengthen your application, you are welcome to submit them, but their absence will not limit you in any way. We would be happy to discuss what scores would be competitive along with your application.
Yes, UChicago proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program with eligible students in the College (our undergraduates) qualifying for support that covers the remaining tuition that the GI Bill doesn't cover. Many graduate programs also participate with the Yellow Ribbon Program.
Absolutely! We understand that for many veterans High School performance does not reflect them as students. While we will look at that performance, we will strongly consider college coursework (community college, military education, online classes etc) along with your writing samples, letters of recommendation, interviews, and experience.
Our Veteran Scholars live near campus in Vue 53. Apartments are offered at a special reduced rate and include studio, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom options that are welcoming to families and pets. Veteran Scholars are also welcome to share a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment with another student veteran. The apartments come furnished or unfurnished and provide our students a community environment to live and study while being included in campus community culture.
Yes, our Veterans Application Process includes opportunities to interview individually and with committee. These interviews are not designed to be intimidating or “promotion board-style” but rather to give you an opportunity to share your experiences with us and highlight the performance you feel most reflects your potential for academic success.
Have additional questions? Please contact:
- Sherry Vernon — Director of Veterans Admissions