Number 3 – University of Chicago (Chicago, Illinois, USA)
The University of Chicago is one of the most prestigious and expensive universities not just in the U.S., but globally. For the current year, undergraduates paid a staggering $63,298 for tuition and estimated costs for room, board, fees and expenses hit $81,531.
As one of the world’s preeminent research institutions, UChicago spares no expense in providing a top-tier education. The school’s prime location in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood also drives up costs.
However, its billion-dollar endowment funds generous financial aid – over 60% of undergrads receive grants. While eye-wateringly pricey, UChicago defends the costs as investments in exceptional academics, facilities, and resources for the best students worldwide.
