Support For Your Life
- Family life
- Athletics
- Safety
- Housing
- Transportation
- Religious organizations
- Culture & entertainment
- Holidays
Family life
How can I get an application for Lab School tuition?
Visit the University of Chicago Labratory Schools Financial Aid for more information about Financial Aid or to find links to set up an online application.
Where can I get information about benefits?
The Faculty Handbook Benefits outlines our faculty benefits.
Who do I talk to about a retirement medical plan?
The University of Chicago Benefits Retiree Medical Plan outlines our retirement medical plan more thoroughly, or you can email specific questions to benefits@uchicago.edu.
Who do I talk to about long-term care insurance?
The University of Chicago Benefits Long-Term Care Insurance is available online, or for specific questions please email benefits@uchicago.edu.
Parental and Family & Medical Leave policies?
You can find specific information about our medical leave policies at Faculty Handbook Parental Leave.
I'm a new parent, and untenured. Can I stop the clock on my tenure review?
You can find specific information about "Stopping the Clock" at Faculty Handbook Stopping the clock.
What about disability leave?
Information about a disability or sick leave can be downloaded at Adminet Sick Leave (PDF).
Can my domestic partner get benefits?
Please visit The University of Chicago Benefits for more information about benefits for your partner.
How do I find out about good child care services in Hyde Park?
The University of Chicago Benefits provides more detailed information about childcare available in Hyde Park.
I have an elderly parent—how do I get help if needed?
The University of Chicago Benefits Elder Care Consultation/Referral provides more information about assistance to elderly parents.
What is the University’s policy on college tuition for my child?
The University of Chicago Benefits How Education Assistance Works provides more information.
Athletics
How do I get a pass for the Ratner Center?
You can purchase passes for the Ratner Center and Henry Crown Field House (or just the Field House) by going into the Ratner Center. More information about fees or hours of operation is available online.
Safety
Who do I contact if I’m concerned about safety issues on campus?
Please contact the University of Chicago Police Department.
Housing
Where can I find help in locating housing in Hyde Park?
Real Estate Operations can assist you with either renting a University-owned house or providing more information about purchasing a home in Hyde Park.
I’ll be on leave next year. How can I get help in renting my house?
Real Estate Operations also assists faculty with renting our their home when they’re away on leave of absence.
Transportation
How can I find University parking and transportation schedules?
The University of Chicago Facilities Transportation & Parking provides information about parking and getting to and from campus.
Hyde Park is most easily accessible by the METRA or by bus through CTA.
Are there shuttle links to Midway & O’Hare?
Visit Omega Shuttle for more information about our airport shuttle service.
Religious organizations
How can I find out about religious organizations on campus?
The University of Chicago Religions on the Quadrangles lists the wide array of diverse religious organizations on campus.
Culture & entertainment
How can I learn about cultural events at the University?
Visit Arts Chicago for more information about arts and cultural events on campus or
Hyde Park Arts Culture for more information about cultural events in Hyde Park.
Cultural events outside Hyde Park?
Chicago Life lists events around the City of Chicago.
Where can I find an entertainment or restaurants guide?
Chicago Tribune Entertainment provides a wide array of events and venues in the Chicago area.
Holidays
When are the University holidays?
The University of Chicago Academic Calendar lists all holidays and important dates.
