New Horizons
Course Description
Drawing upon UChicago’s rich tradition of rigorous, interdisciplinary scholarship, this summer program invites outstanding high school students to gain an insider's view into a top research university.
Learn from leading faculty across many departments through lectures and hands-on activities. Topics range from exploring the College’s distinctive Core Curriculum (Freud, Marx) and principles of Public Discourse to interpreting economic data and investigating biohackers and genetic engineers.
Beyond the classroom, become part of a close-knit community: bond with peers through interactive House activities, explore downtown Chicago on a river boat cruise, and experience campus traditions like the famous Scav Hunt. This summer, discover world-class resources and all that the dynamic city of Chicago has to offer!
Program Contact: Please direct your questions to Lindsey Eichelman at leichelman@uchicago.edu
Academic Interest
UChicago 1 Week Introduction, Examining Culture and Society, Humanities (e.g, arts, literature, philosophy), Law and Politics
Application Materials
A complete application includes a transcript, two short essays, a letter of recommendation, writing sample, application fee, and a submitted parent confirmation. If you are seeking need-based financial aid, you must indicate that in your application before it is submitted. Please refer to the Application Instructions for complete details. Applicants to 1 Week Enrichment may have a counselor or teacher submit a nomination in addition to the required letter of recommendation.
Additional Materials:Applicants will be asked to respond to the following essay questions in the application:
Why did you choose the particular program/courses for which you have applied? How are they related to your current interests and future plans? Please be as specific as possible, and make sure your response covers each of the courses you elected. (Limit: 500 words)
"Since its founding, the University has been committed to the idea that a culture of rigorous inquiry requires an environment where diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas inform and stimulate intellectual exchange, challenge, and engagement.” -UChicago Office of the Provost. How would you contribute to this culture of inquiry in this program? What do you hope to gain or learn by engaging with peers from all over the U.S. or from different parts of the world? (Limit: 300 words)
Review the Application Instructions for more detailed information.
Significant financial support is available, and any student can apply for aid. Students applying only to 1 Week Enrichment programs, and whose household income is $125,000 or below, are eligible for the following financial support, as available:
- Household income at or below $125,000 USD: Program fee is waived (e.g., no cost to the student, exclusive of travel expenses).
- Household income at or below $60,000 USD: Program fee is waived + domestic roundtrip travel expenses covered (e.g., no cost to the student, inclusive of travel expenses for domestic students).