The University of Chicago: Graduate Studies

Application Management

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in applying to a graduate program in the Physical Sciences Division of the University of Chicago. Through this site, you can apply to the following degree programs:

PhD Programs: MS Programs:

You may begin your application using the “Start New Application” link below. Please note that if you plan to apply to more than one program, you should begin a new application for each program. If you have any questions about your application, please contact the program to which you are applying. Contact information can be found under the listings of graduate programs on the Graduate Admissions website.

If you are interested in the programs below, please navigate to this page to apply:

We use data collected in the application to render admissions decisions, for internal and external reporting, institutional research, and other purposes. To learn more about how we use the information collected here please review our Privacy Notice.

Note: Please be aware that due to the Office of Foreign Assets Control’s August 2026 indefinite suspension of Iran General License G, the University of Chicago cannot currently process applications from individuals who are located in Iran, or located outside Iran but who are ordinarily resident in Iran. The University can continue to process applications from applicants who are in the U.S. in an authorized nonimmigrant status (e.g., F, J or H status).  Applicability of this indefinite suspension depends on specific facts about an individual’s location, residency, and citizenship. If you apply and have Iranian citizenship, but are not currently residing in Iran, we will reach out to request additional documentation to help us determine whether we are able to process your application.

Non-Degree Visiting Student Status (NDVS):  NDVS is available to advanced graduate and undergraduate students pursuing a degree at another institution who have been invited by a University of Chicago faculty member to temporarily work on their research project. This status also applies to undergraduate students participating in summer research opportunities such as the PKU-CCME exchange program or other research experiences for undergraduates (REUs).  Questions about NDVS status may be directed to Aleksandra Ninova-Parris at aninovaparris@uchicago.edu 

Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago (TTIC): TTIC students participating in research or University of Chicago courses should complete a non-degree application on this site to establish a student record with the University of Chicago.

Returning users:

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First-time users:

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