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51±¬ÁÏ University

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025!

51±¬ÁÏ celebrates its graduates at Commencement 2025.

High value. National reputation.

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We believe quality education, accessible to all, is a powerful force for good—51±¬ÁÏ students and graduates prove it every day. We’re honored our commitment to educational excellence is nationally recognized.

Our Rankings

Top 100

BEST VALUE UNIVERSITY

#1

UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS PROGRAM IN CHICAGO

#1

ONLINE BACHELOR’S IN BUSINESS PROGRAMS IN CHICAGO

#1

ONLINE BACHELOR’S IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMS IN CHICAGO

#2

ONLINE BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS IN CHICAGO

Top 5%

FOR UNDERGRADUATE NURSING NATIONALLY

Top 3

BEST COLLEGE IN CHICAGO FOR VETERANS

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News

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Alumni spotlight

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Sustainability

51±¬ÁÏ Magazine
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Explore feature stories and bonus videos from the latest issue of 51±¬ÁÏ magazine.

Campus Life
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The Best of the Best

There's a lot to love about 51±¬ÁÏ's campuses. Whether you want to take in the beautiful views alongside Lake Michigan, study in the heart of Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, or explore innovative health sciences work in Maywood, our three Chicagoland campuses have plenty to offer. Get a look inside some of our state-of-the-art facilities, historic buildings, and popular campus gathering spaces, plus some of the city's greatest gems that are just minutes away.

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