Navigating Daily Life at UChicago

Learn about U.S. healthcare, student immunization requirements, on-campus healthcare services at UChicago; plus access resources for women’s health, dental care, and managing homesickness, along with essential safety tips.

Discover useful smartphone apps, housing tips, and information on utilities, banking, and communication in Chicago. Explore fun activities around the city, embrace winter weather, and access helpful links to make the best of your UChicago experience.

Find helpful information on airport transportation, getting around campus, and navigating Chicago, including how to obtain a driver's license, a state ID, and tips for using cars and bikes in the city.

The University of Chicago Calendar offers a comprehensive list of UChicago events, including lectures, conferences, performing arts, exhibitions, community activities, and more. The calendar can be viewed by day, week, or month and offers a search filtered by event types, date, or tags.

I-House serves the greater Chicago community as a cultural and intellectual center for a wide array of programs. Over 100 public programs are held each year, including music and cultural performances, outreach programs with Chicago-area international organizations, collaborations with foreign consulates, language exchanges and discussions, and forums and debates.

View key dates including quarter starts and ends, academic breaks, reading periods, finals weeks, University holidays, and Convocation.

Visit the UChicago Athletics website to view the latest schedule of varsity athletic events, news, and more related to the NCAA Division III Maroons; plus check out the Recreation page for information on intramural sports and other recreation offerings.