Learn more about studying Cognitive Science as an international student.
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What the University of Chicago says about their program:
Contacts Program of Study Program Learning Goals Program Requirements Introductory Courses Formal Foundations Courses Core Discipline Courses Extra-Disciplinary Courses Summary of Requirements for the BA in Cognitive Science Minor in Cognitive Science Process of Declaring the Major or Minor Grading Honors Courses
Cognitive science explores the nature of cognitive processes such as perception, reasoning, memory, attention, language, decision making, emotion, motor control, and problem solving. The goal of cognitive science, stated simply, is to understand how minds work, in humans, animals, and machines.
The undergraduate major in Cognitive Science at the University of Chicago is designed to embody this interdisciplinary approach to the study of the mind and brain. Students who are majoring in Cognitive Science are encouraged to visit the Cognitive Science program homepage to learn about events and resources on and off campus and for links to information on employment opportunities.
applicants are required to take the Academic Reading/Writing test within IELTS, not the General Training Reading/Writing test.
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Education Waiver:
Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Singapore, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, the United Kingdom, the United States.
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The University of Chicago considers international applicants for need-based financial aid. Students who will need aid during their enrollment should apply for aid during the admissions process under the university’s international financial-aid rules.
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The University of Chicago publishes affordability, financial-aid, and tuition-and-fee information for students considering study. The University of Chicago also provides separate guidance to help students understand available financial support and the costs connected with enrolment.
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $2,002 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,406 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $101 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $68 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $68 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $75 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $246 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $150 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $17 |
| Gym membership | $69 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and csl.uchicago.edu (University published).
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