Parents & Families

Students walking up stairsThe Student Care Center (SCC) at the University of Chicago welcomes your student! The SCC provides integrated and accessible services and programs that support the well-being of the campus community, and the personal and academic development of students. The SCC is part of the University of Chicago Medical Center and is staffed by faculty physicians, nurse practitioners, a registered dietitian, as well as specialists in sports medicine, travel health, reproductive health, physical therapy, movement and ergonomics, and health education. We are committed to working with your student throughout their time at the University of Chicago.

Students with an after-hours emergency should telephone the physician on-call for medical advice; when necessary, they will be referred to the emergency room. Please note that emergency room visits, radiology, many laboratory tests, most prescriptions, and other services are not covered by the Student Health and Wellness Fee. Please see the link below for details on the separate health insurance that is required. Please make sure that your student brings his/her health insurance card and information to campus.

The SCC services and resources are funded by a mandatory Health and Wellness Fee that students pay each quarter. The Health and Wellness Fee also covers short-term psychotherapy, medication management, and study skills counseling at Student Counseling and Resource Service (SCRS), please see the link below for more information.

Although college is an exciting time, it may also be challenging for students as they make transitions to university life—a period marked by significant social, personal, and academic transitions for your student. Parents and families play an essential role in this transition, by preparing students for and supporting them through the challenges. Parents and families should talk with your students about expectations and consider ways to achieve their goals while at the University of Chicago. The SCC offers many programs and services to support your student in these transitions. For more information, please contact us.

Important Phone Numbers and Websites

Student Care Services (SCC)
773-702-4156
http://scc.uchicago.edu
Student Counseling and Resource Service (SCRS)
773-702-9800
http://counseling.uchicago.edu
Student Health Insurance
http://studenthealth.uchicago.edu/
Disability Services
773-702-7770
http://disabilities.uchicago.edu/
Sexual Violence Prevention & Response
773-702-7200
http://rsvp.uchicago.edu/resources/assault/