University Life Resources & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reach my College academic adviser?
College Advisers: 2-8615
I’m having trouble with my classes. How can I get help to improve my study skills or get help with a particular subject or specific skill?
Call the Academic Skills Assessment Program, 2-9800. The College Core tutoring program supports students in completing the College Core requirements. The Little Red Schoolhouse writing course is also available is structured to aid graduate students, GSB students, and third and fourth year undergraduates to become better academic writers.
I have a question about my grade report or transcript.
Contact the Office of the Registrar, 2-7891. You might also consider logging into cMore.
I have a question about my tuition bill.
Contact the Bursar’s Office, 702-8000.
I have a question about my student loans or my work-study award.
Contact the Student Loan Administration at 702-6061.
I’m a graduate student and I would like to learn more about funding options.
The new Graduate Financing website offers information about navigating the maze of graduate student funding. In addition to information available online, contact your Dean of Students office for division-specific information.
I have a question about my housing contract or meal plan.
If you live in one of the residence halls, contact Housing and Dining Services ,2-7366. If you live in a university-owned apartment, please contact Real Estate Operations, 753-2200.
I live in a non-university-owned apartment and am having a disagreement with my landlord. Who can I call for assistance?
Metropolitan Tenants Organization
312-292-4988
South East Chicago Commission
773-324-6926
I am stressed out and need help coping with student life. Who can I call for help?
Student Counseling and Resource Center, 2-9800
I don’t feel well. Who can I call to see a doctor?
Student Care Center, 2-4156
I have a question about my Chickering Insurance.
You can call the on-campus Chickering representatives at 773-834-1554 and 773-834-4543. You may also find your answer on the Chickering website.
I have been the victim of, unlawful harassment, a hate crime, or a bias incident. Who should I contact?
Visit the Civility website to find a list of reporting and support contacts.
The Dean-on-Call and the Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call are both available 24 hours a day to assist students with emergency situations, call 834-HELP.
The University Police may be reached by calling (773) 702-8181 (off-campus) 123 (from on-campus phones), or by pressing the red button on any of the white emergency phones around campus. In an emergency situation, the Chicago Police may be reached by dialing 911. In non-emergency situations, they may be reached by dialing 312-746-6000 or 311 (city line).