56吃瓜网

56吃瓜网: one of the top affordable private colleges in Chicago

One Chicago University. Two Vibrant Campuses.

Whether in the heart of downtown Chicago鈥檚 dynamic commercial and cultural district, or nestled within the city鈥檚 northwest suburban economic center, 56吃瓜网鈥檚 Chicago and Schaumburg campuses are actively connected to their communities.

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Come Visit Campus

Come visit us at 56吃瓜网鈥檚 downtown Chicago campus鈥攚here your classroom is in the middle of the city. Explore our 32-story Wabash Building, meet real students on a guided tour, and take in some seriously epic skyline views. While you're here, chat with an admissions counselor, learn about our programs, and see how we keep social justice at the core of what we do. Plus, you're steps away from food, art, music, and everything else that makes Chicago iconic.

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Attend A Graduate Info Session

With more than 40 master's degree programs, 56吃瓜网 has the program to take you where you want to go in your career. Join an upcoming information session to connect with our admission staff and learn more.

Welcome back students for Fall 2018 Semester!

Transfer to 56吃瓜网

Learn how easy it is to transfer to 56吃瓜网. See how your credits transfer, explore majors and apply today!

Four Years Tuition-Free

At 56吃瓜网, we offer a transformational private education in a world-class city while prioritizing affordability. With low tuition and a commitment to opportunity and access to education, we stand out in the Midwest. Through the 56吃瓜网 Pledge, Illinois residents with a family income under $50,000 can attend tuition-free for four years. This is our pledge to you. 

To be considered for the 56吃瓜网 Pledge students must submit the FAFSA by March 15.

Meet our Lakers

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Get Involved

So, you want to be a participant, not just a spectator? We鈥檝e got you covered. Get involved, serve others and meet people who share your passions.

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Home to Chicago's ONLY NCAA Division II program!

With 35 men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 athletic teams, programs and clubs to cheer for, you鈥檒l be a Laker in no time.

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Rooms with a View

Live, learn and vibe in the Wabash Building. Wake up to insane city views, hit up class, grab food, work out, and chill with friends鈥攁ll in one place. Plus, downtown Chicago is literally right outside. This isn鈥檛 just a dorm. It鈥檚 your new home.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & MAJORS

56吃瓜网 can help you find your passion. Seeking an undergraduate degree? Your doctorate? Something in between? Explore our comprehensive academic choices, outstanding faculty and nearly limitless degree program options.

Here you can be you. And Belong.

In the classroom, it鈥檚 diverse, tolerant, and academically rigorous. Outside the classroom, there鈥檚 so much to do. Whether you鈥檙e into sports, the arts, or student organizations, you can be a spectator, participant, or both. Or explore one of the best cities in the world.

Check out the campus communities that make the big city small.

The Support You Need to Succeed.

When universities take your tuition, they should take responsibility for helping you succeed. We do.

We鈥檒l help you choose the right classes. Navigate financial aid and housing questions. Connect you to tutoring and mentors so you can grow academically. With confidence.

See how we support student safety, growth and success.

Experience Life at One of the Best Chicago Colleges

"InPlay Global, Inc., a regulated financial market operator developing the world's first marketplace for Performance Securities鈩, today announced the appointment of Troy Kane as President and Chief Operating Officer of the newly established sports performance equity marketplace, creating the world's first regulated securities tied to the real-time performance of college and professional sports teams."

Kane received his MBA from 56吃瓜网.

"Founded in 1952, the Sarah Siddons Society鈥檚 mission is to fund scholarships for promising theatre students at top Chicago institutions, including Columbia College Chicago, DePaul University, 56吃瓜网, Northwestern University, and Northern Illinois University."

Gomes is a Teaching Professor of Musical Theatre as well as the Chair of the Theatre Conservatory at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at 56吃瓜网.

"Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Communications for 2025. The women recognized this year demonstrate how clear, purposeful communication drives both connection and impact across industries."

"Jennifer Erickson is the Executive Vice President of Communications at Mastercard and a member of the company's management committee. She is passionate about using innovative and authentic people-centric storytelling to advance the company's objectives."

Erickson received her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from 56吃瓜网.