The University of Chicago is better than the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. As per the unofficial source, the University of Chicago ranks at #6 among national universities, whereas the UIUC stands at #36 position. Also, the University of Chicago's graduation rate is higher than that of UIUC. Students can check the table below for the comparison between the two universities:

Particulars	University of Chicago	University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
US News National University Rankings 2025	#6	#36
Graduation Rate	87%	73%
Acceptance Rate	4%	42%
Tuition fees	UG: INR 59 L PG: INR 20 L- INR 1 Cr	UG: INR 29L- INR 39L PG: INR 15L- INR 45L
Student-faculty ratio	5:1	20:1

How is campus facilities at University of Chicago campus?

Saakshi Rawat

The University of Chicago is among the top choices of international and Indian students in the USA. The University of Chicago campus facilities attracts international students the most. The university is known for its architectural beauty, historic building, modern infrastucture, and greenery all around the campus. The university also provides desks, beds, rooms, and more for its students.

Does the University of Chicago have any student organization?

Nishtha Sharma

Yes, the University of Chicago offers a huge variety of students organizations for its international and Indian students. University of Chicago students organizations are important part of their campus community. Some popular students organizations at Chicago University are listed below:

Arts and Performance
Academic and Professional
Sports and Recreation
Volunteer And Civic Engagement

What are the application deadline for Indian students at University of Chicago?

Anangsha Singh

The University of Chicago offers admission for Indian students mainly in Fall intake. For UChicago admissions, international and Indian students must meet all the admission requirements. International students, whose native language is not English, must submit proof of English language test at Chicago University. The University of Chicago application deadline for international students can vary from undergraduate to postgraduate programs. Moreover, University of Chicago application deadline for international students are listed below:

Event	Decision Date
Early Decision I	Nov 3, 2025
Early Action	Nov 3, 2025
Early Decision II	Jan 5, 2026
Regular Decison	Jan 5, 2026

How is campus life at University of Chicago?

Vipra Bisht

UChicago is also providing a wealth of chances for academic, social, and personal development to its students. Chicago University campus life attracts students from all over the world. The University of Chicago offers more than 400 students organizations for its students. This includes a wide range of interests, which are from clubs for the arts, culture, sports, and amusement to civic, political, and business organizations.