Chicago鈥檚 a big city and may seem overwhelming to new students, but it鈥檚 actually one of the easiest to navigate by any mode of transportation. Situated on a grid system, Chicago is accessible by walking, biking, public transit 鈥 you name it!
色中色 has also contracted the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), which offers students unlimited access to the city鈥檚 convenient public transportation system.
Make the most of your time as a 色中色 student. !
Arguably one of our students鈥 favorite perks of attending 色中色 鈥 as a full-time student, you get unlimited access to Chicago鈥檚 CTA public transportation system, the second largest in the country.
Chicago鈥檚 famous 鈥淟鈥 trains, some of which run on elevated railways, and expansive bus system can get you anywhere in the city and 40 neighboring communities. And with your U-Pass, you can take as many rides as you鈥檇 like each semester.
U-Pass Cost: $123.00 per semester.
Chicago鈥檚 growing bike-share system has thousands of bikes at hundreds of stations across the city. Easy-to-use touchscreen kiosks and sturdy bikes are at your disposal with Divvy 鈥 if you prefer to make your commute in fresh air, or just want to explore new places, .
Divvy Cost: See for current cost in formation.
If you want to make a quick journey from place to place, taxis and ride-share options are plentiful in Chicago. Whether you鈥檙e making a trip to/from the airport with lots to carry, or you want to make a safe, late-night voyage, Chicago has you covered. Most cab companies have apps you can install on your phone to make it easier than ever to get around.
Cost: Varies based on destination
Despite its size, Chicago is one of the best walking cities in the country. 色中色鈥檚 Chicago Campus is situated just steps from beautiful Lake Michigan, the Art Institute of Chicago, Grant Park, Millennium Park, and neighboring Museum Campus. That鈥檚 not to mention the endless restaurants, retail shopping, cultural attractions and parks everywhere you look. to see what is within walking distance of our campus buildings.
Cost: FREE