School Overview
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provide an experience-centered, rigorous and well-rounded education for a diverse community. Recognizing that students have a variety of needs at each developmental stage and learn in different ways, the schools are committed to help each student learn to think critically and creatively; cultivate a passion for excellence in academics, the arts, and athletics; master important subject matter; achieve a sense of emotional and physical well-being; celebrate both our cultural differences and our common humanity; gain a sense of personal and community responsibility; and develop a life-long love of learning.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$33,558
Enrollment
2051
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:10
AP
12
Average ACT Score
32
Class Size
16
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2012-2016)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 7 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 3 |
| #3 | Yale University | 15 |
| #4 | Columbia University | 7 |
| #4 | Stanford University | 11 |
| #4 | University of Chicago | 71 |
| #7 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 9 |
| #9 | University of Pennsylvania | 5 |
| #10 | Johns Hopkins University | 9 |
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Academics
AP Courses
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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French Language and Culture
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German Language and Culture
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Music Theory
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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French Language and Culture
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German Language and Culture
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Music Theory
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Statistics
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Chinese Language and Culture
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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United States History
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Fencing
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Golf
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Fencing
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Golf
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Squash
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(70)|
Anime Club
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Bizaarnival
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Book Club
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Chess Club
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Climbing Club
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Feminist Club
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Anime Club
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Bizaarnival
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Book Club
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Chess Club
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Climbing Club
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Feminist Club
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Film Club
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Futures Beginning
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Language Club
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Photography Club
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Students Against
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Animal Cruelty
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Student Forum on the Middle East
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Students Helping Students
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Think Tank
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Tolkien Legendarium Club
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UCLS Finance Club
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World's Current Events Club
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Computer Science Club
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Debate
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InFlame Magazine (History)
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Linnaean Society
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Maroon Journal of Science
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Math Club
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Math Team
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Model UN (International Affairs Debating Society)
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Scholastic Bowl
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Science Team
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Slam Poetry Team
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STEM Club
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U-High History Club
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WYSE (Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering)
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Arts Fest
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Bel Canto (singing group)
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Creative Writing Group
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Poetry Slam (Performance reading)
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Renaissance (Literature & the arts mag)
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Theater
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U-High Chamber Music Group
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American Filipino Education Coalition (AFEC)
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Asian Students’ Association (ASA)
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Black Students’ Association (BSA)
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DICE (Diversity Initiatives and Collaborative Efforts)
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Explorations in Japanese Culture
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Freedom Riders
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German Club
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Italian Club
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Jewish Students’ Association (JSA)
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Latin Club
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Latinos Unidos
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Muslim Students’ Association (MSA)
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Spanish Club
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Spectrum (LGBTQ)
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Young Life
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C3 (Community Creative Club)
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Green Team
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High Schoolers Against Cancer
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Off The Streets
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Penguins for Patients
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REACT
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Ready Set Grow!
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Red Cross Club
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Ronald McDonald House Club
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Students Against Brain Cancer
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Students Helping Students
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Thank A Soldier
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Visible Change
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Voices
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Student Council
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Peer Leaders
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Basic Info
Application Info
Reviews
A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
02/14/2022
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The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, located in Hyde Park, Chicago, Illinois, at the southeast corner of the University of Chicago campus, has a century-long history. It is dedicated to providing students with the finest education, delivered in a manner that embodies the core values of the University of Chicago. The school's mission is to ignite and cultivate an enduring spirit of scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and self-confidence.
School Features:
1) Offers 150+ courses, including regular courses, AP courses, advanced courses, accelerated courses, etc., to meet the diverse needs of students.
2) Due to its geographical location, students can enjoy University of Chicago resources, such as access to and use of university libraries. Qualified students can arrange paid internships in university laboratories and with professors and companies around the city.
3) It's no exaggeration to call it the University of Chicago's affiliated high school. In the past 4 years, 60 students were admitted to the University of Chicago, accounting for about 10% of all student admissions.
4) The STEM program is particularly outstanding, and it was one of the earliest schools to have a high school requirement for Computer Science (CS). Graduates have been admitted to top STEM universities such as the University of Chicago, UPenn, MIT, Princeton, Columbia, Harvard, and Stanford.
5) In sports, the volleyball team won the regional championship and the girls' tennis team won the state championship in October 2021. The fencing team won the Great Lakes Conference championship in February 2022.
6) Collaborates with numerous institutions: partnered with the American Epic team to design an interdisciplinary experiential curriculum; collaborated with the world-renowned private research institution Marine Biological Laboratory; partnered with the non-profit organization High Jump, among others.
School Features:
1) Offers 150+ courses, including regular courses, AP courses, advanced courses, accelerated courses, etc., to meet the diverse needs of students.
2) Due to its geographical location, students can enjoy University of Chicago resources, such as access to and use of university libraries. Qualified students can arrange paid internships in university laboratories and with professors and companies around the city.
3) It's no exaggeration to call it the University of Chicago's affiliated high school. In the past 4 years, 60 students were admitted to the University of Chicago, accounting for about 10% of all student admissions.
4) The STEM program is particularly outstanding, and it was one of the earliest schools to have a high school requirement for Computer Science (CS). Graduates have been admitted to top STEM universities such as the University of Chicago, UPenn, MIT, Princeton, Columbia, Harvard, and Stanford.
5) In sports, the volleyball team won the regional championship and the girls' tennis team won the state championship in October 2021. The fencing team won the Great Lakes Conference championship in February 2022.
6) Collaborates with numerous institutions: partnered with the American Epic team to design an interdisciplinary experiential curriculum; collaborated with the world-renowned private research institution Marine Biological Laboratory; partnered with the non-profit organization High Jump, among others.
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Frequently Ask Questions about The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
Tell me a bit about The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. It was founded 1896 , and currently has about 2051 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/.
For more official information, please visit http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/.
Does The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools have rigorous academic requirements?
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is offering 12 AP courses.
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools students typically go for their colleges?
In 2012-2016, some students attended Princeton University, Harvard College, Yale University, Columbia University and Stanford University.
What is the application requirement for The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools?
The day tuition for The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools in 2024 is
$33,558 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ucls.uchicago.edu .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ucls.uchicago.edu .
Where is The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools located?
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is located in the State of Illinois of USA. The closest major city is Chicago, which is about 6 miles away from school. Most families can choose O‘Hare International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools has been favorited by 16 users.
Also The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools has been favorited by 16 users.
How do I complete an application for The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools’s official site: http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/ or call them at 773-702-9450.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools’s official site: http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/ or call them at 773-702-9450.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools?
Yes, here are few:
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School, Hales Franciscan High School and Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School.
The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
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Nearby City
Chicago, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Illinois, is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the U.S. Known for its iconic skyline, the city boasts architectural marvels such as the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center. Chicago is also home to world-class museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. With a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy in jazz and blues music, Chicago stands as a hub of history, culture, and innovation.
Population (2022)
2,853,114
Cost of Living
Higher than average 22%
Nearby Airport
O‘Hare International Airport
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