Welcome to Chicago!

DePaul University is perfectly situated to take advantage of all the excitement Chicago has to offer in the summertime — a vibrant campus in our country’s most diverse city!

Daily Schedule

7:30 am                          Breakfast

8:30 am – 12:30 pm    SAT, ACT or TOEFL Prep

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm    Lunch

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm     College Essay Writing Workshop

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm     College Tour or Special Topic Seminar

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Free Time

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm     Dinner

8:30 pm – 10:30 pm   Evening Activity

Your Stay with The College Advantage

Rest easy, because The College Advantage understands the importance of being comfortable in your home away from home. We provide our students with private accommodations that offer the comforts you expect with the safety and security you deserve. You’ll have full access to premier health and recreational facilities, and meals that won’t leave you hungry for home cooking. We pride ourselves on the fact that our residential amenities, top-quality food service and fitness facilities offer our students the very best. Our goal is to consistently create an environment where you’ll be able to concentrate on getting the most out of your summer — staying relaxed, refreshed and ready to excel.

Dorms Beyond the Norm

Staying in Chicago is all about excitement. No wonder so many movies and TV series are filmed here! You’ll kick back in exceptional comfort, enjoying en-suite bathrooms, fully air-conditioned rooms, Internet access, weekly housekeeping, linen service, laundry facilities and much more. These rooms definitely serve up that exciting Chicago vibe! At the end of the day, relax in fully furnished lounges. You can catch your favorite show on cable TV, play some Xbox, or watch a DVD with your new friends!  And if you have any questions, your Resident Counselor (RC) lives on your floor and is available to all The College Advantage students 24/7.

Excellent Eats

Choices, choices, choices! With The College Advantage, you never have to worry about going hungry. From home-style meals served at breakfast and dinner to lunch options that let you enjoy favorite restaurants, no pre-college summer program gives you as many dining options!  Please note: Our dining facilities will be happy to accommodate various dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian and gluten-free, and students with food allergies. Please contact The College Advantage office and staff to discuss specific dietary needs and restrictions.

Our breakfast features made-to-order morning specials like omelets, pancakes and waffles alongside plenty of fresh fruit, cereal, bagels, yogurt and pastries, so you’ll be able to fuel up with no problem. If you’d rather take your breakfast on the run, don’t worry, there are bagels and fresh fruit ready and waiting for you to grab as you go.

Thanks to The College Advantage’s exclusive Dining-on-the-Town-Plan, you’ll have amazing lunch options each weekday. Visit favorite restaurants and local delicacies, in addition to our outstanding on-campus dining facilities.

Dinners, served up Monday through Thursday, feature a choice of kitchen-fresh entrees, a selection of side dishes, a soup-and-salad bar, beverage bar, and fresh-baked breads and pastries. Fridays, you enjoy a fun dinner at a great local restaurant. And don’t worry; we make sure everyone eats just as well during our exciting weekend excursions!

Safety and Supervision

The College Advantage has always been committed to absolute safety and security for every student. We maintain a ten-to-one student-to-staff ratio — one of the lowest in the industry — to ensure everyone gets the unmatched attention and unique personalized programs they deserve. Our luxury residence features a front desk staffed 24 hours a day with trained personnel. As part of our commitment to student safety, The College Advantage staff members live on every student-occupied floor, accompany students on all activities and excursions, and are always equipped with cellphones.

Health Care

The College Advantage program directors and staff make all medical appointments, accompany students to all medical facilities, obtain all prescription medications, and notify parents after medical visits and prior to administering any medications. The College Advantage staff will escort students to local medical centers and hospitals. During your time with us, our staff are committed to the support, guidance and supervision of every student.