Rural Scholars
Small Towns, Big Dreams
Welcome to UChicago, Rural Scholars! Whether you want to work in the big city or your home community, Career Advancement can help you reach your goals.
UChicago partners with employers across rural America and major metro areas to create opportunities for Rural Scholars. Employers highly value Rural Scholars' work ethic, adaptability, resourcefulness, and self-starter mindset.
From big tech firms in Silicon Valley to the biotech hub of rural Indiana, from the energy patch in Texas to the farm patch in the Midwest, from big New York banks to professional service firms in small town New England, employers all over the country are eager to hire UChicago talent.
Explore the resources below to see how UChicago can help you secure your top-choice career!
Welcome Rural Scholars!
We're thrilled to welcome Rural & Small-Town students to UChicago! Join our summer programming to kickstart your career and meet our dedicated rural career advising team.
Build Experience to Stand Out
Meet employers and stand out in the job market through these signature UChicago Rural Scholar Programs!
Map Your Rural Career Route
UChicago is a top recruiting partner for the world’s most prestigious employers as well as graduate and professional schools across all disciplines. Explore top employers from your hometown region below to plan your career route!