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Graduate Programs Fair

Join us at the Graduate Programs Fair to meet directly with admissions representatives from UChicago's top graduate programs

Graduate Programs Fair | Register Here
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 from 12:30-2:30PM
Ida Noyes Hall - Library & Library Lounge

1:1 Tailored Advising Support

Schedule an appointment with one of our 4+1 Scholars Program Advisers on Handshake.

Build a Strong Resume

Check out our Resume Toolkit to build a strong resume and impress the admissions committees

Statement of Interest Writing Support

Review the Personal Statements Guide to craft a compelling Statement of Interest

All 4+1 Scholars Programs require a 1-2 page Statement of Interest that responds to the following prompt:

Indicate your interest in and preparation for the program - you may reference undergraduate coursework, research, internships, or other introductions to the subject that have made you excited to pursue a master’s degree. Why at UChicago? Consider reflecting on how the master’s program will help you achieve your immediate and long-term career goals.

Deferral Option for National Fellowship Recipients

Students who are selected for the following prestigious national fellowships may defer their 4+1 master’s study and maintain their eligibility for the automatic 4+1 Scholars graduate scholarship until after the conclusion of their fellowship: Boren Scholarship, Churchill Scholarship, Fulbright US Student Program, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program, Marshall Scholarship, Rhodes Scholarship, Schwarzman Scholars. For more information on these programs, contact the College Center for Research and Fellowships.

Additional Questions?

To learn more about UChicago 4+1 Scholars, check out the Frequently Asked Questions page or reach out to 4+1Scholars@uchicago.edu.