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One of the highest alumni honors awarded by the University, the award recognizes exceptional career achievement.
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University High School | Grades 9-12
Within University High School education is not a monologue, it's a dynamic dialogue that cultivates critical thinking and meaningful engagement.
By placing discussions at the heart of our education approach, our faculty empower students to articulate their thoughts, challenge perspectives, and develop the communication skills essential for their success in academia as well as the skills for them to thrive as productive citizens of a global society.
Horizontal Rule with Crest
Highlights in High School
Class Retreats
The U-High Class Retreats play an important role in the social-emotional development of our students
Class Retreats are an integral part of the University High School program. They provide an important means for students to spend time together as a graduating class and to develop bonds with their classmates. It is our hope that all of our students participate in these lively community-building activities.
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Senior Clap Out
The Senior Clap Out at University High School is a heartwarming and celebratory tradition that marks the culmination of our seniors' academic journey at the Laboratory Schools.
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May Project
The May Project is a distinguished senior capstone research project designed to showcase the intellectual curiosity and academic prowess of Lab’s graduating students.
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Summer Link
Summer Link is an innovative internship program that aims to provide U-high school students with unique opportunities to collaborate with world-renowned experts from the University of Chicago.
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ArtsFest
Organized by students, for students, ArtsFest is an annual event in the High School that celebrates the creativity and self-expression of our students through a variety of workshops led by students, faculty, and guest artists.
The U-High Experience
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Students discover a career in STEM in Argonne's Exemplary Student Research Program
In University High our discussion-based curriculum takes center stage, and our students actively participate in the co-creation of knowledge. Beyond textbooks and lectures, our classrooms become vibrant spaces for exploration, debate, and the exchange of ideas.
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Program of Studies
By the time students leave U-High, they are equipped with the independence and academic and personal skills they’ll use to navigate college and life with confidence and leadership.
The basic curriculum emphasizes analytical reading, writing, research, strong math and science skills, and broad access to the arts. Students regularly have free time, and the school works with students to help them learn to balance their workload and social needs. It almost goes without saying that virtually every U-Higher graduates from a four-year college, and they attend outstanding colleges around Chicago and the country.
High School Leadership
Renowned Faculty
By placing discussions at the heart of our educational approach, our faculty empower students to articulate their thoughts, challenge perspectives, and develop the communication skills essential both for their success in academia and for them to thrive as productive citizens of a global society.