Division of the Social Studies | The University of Chicago

Newly Admitted Students

Practical Matters

Housing

Graduate Student Housing
5316 S. Dorchester Ave.
Phone: 773-753-2218
Web: http://reo.uchicago.edu/housing.shtml

International House
1414 E. 59th Street
Phone: 773-753-2280
Web: http://ihouse.uchicago.edu

Insurance

Health insurance coverage is mandatory for all registered students. During the time you are registered at the University, you are required to enroll in either the U-SHIP Basic or Advantage or waive enrollment by providing evidence that you have coverage in a health insurance plan that is comparable to the plan. The University Student Health Insurance Plan (U-SHIP) is underwritten by United HealthCare Insurance Company, and is administered by UnitedHealthcare StudentResources. Unless you make a U-SHIP coverage selection or waive U-SHIP enrollment during the enrollment period, you will be automatically enrolled in the U-SHIP Basic plan and the Office of the Bursar will bill you accordingly.

For more information, visit Student Health Insurance.

Immunization

All University of Chicago students must provide proof of immunity to certain diseases as required by Illinois state law. Information and the required forms can be found at the Student Care Center follow the “New Student Immunizations” link. Questions should be directed to the Student Immunization Program at sccimm@uchospitals.edu or by calling 773.702.9975.

CNetID and cMORE

Please visit Graduate and Professional Schools Admitted Students and follow the instructions regarding your cNetID and cMore. Here you will establish your email account, maintain your personal information and access secure university websites. To do so, you will need to know your University of Chicago identification number (UCID)

Getting Settled

Transportation