East-West University | United States

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About East-West University

East- West University offers world-class degree programs taught by experts, and East-West is committed to providing each and every student with the guidance and support they need to succeed.

The New York Times listed East- West University as having the 5th lowest average graduate student debt in a survey of more than 1000 public and private colleges and universities.

East- West University welcomes students from all over the world regardless of race, sex, nationality, religion or socioeconomic background. U.S. New and World Report lists East-West University as having the second highest percentage of international students than any other comprehensive university in the United States. We value your interest in East-West and its programs and hope we can provide you here with the information your are seeking to make a learned decision to join the University.

Campus information

The Chicago campus facilities of East-West University consists of the East building located at 816 South Michigan Avenue, the West building at 819 South Wabash Avenue, and the Student Life Center (SLC) located at 829 South Wabash Avenue, in the South Loop of the downtown area.

The three buildings are connected by an enclosed walkway. Michigan Avenue is one of the most imposing thoroughfares in America. Grant park and Lake Michigan are located to the east of the campus and the towering buildings to the west and the north form a setting that is attractive and memorable. The architectural grandeur and beauty of downtown Chicago is world-renowned. Chicago’s Museum Campus, comprising the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, and the Shedd Aquarium, is a short walk to the southeast of the campus.

The Chicago Public Library Cultural Center, Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Buckingham Fountain, Orchestra Hall, Soldier Field, theaters, the financial district, federal and state office buildings, and fine restaurants are all within easy walking distance

EWU is conveniently located in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood, easily accessible by all forms of public transportation. EWU’s new 17-story Student Life Center features multiple gyms, basketball courts, computer labs and an expansive library.

Accommodation

The Flats is located on the top floors of the new Student Life Center (SLC) which opened in September 2013.

The Flats has 70 fully-furnished apartments, with full size kitchen, in three configurations:

Studio
2BR double occupancy with a common living area
3BR, 2BA double occupancy with a common living area

The SLC offers:

All utilities (electricity, heat, A/C, basic cable TV service) included
Free laundry facilities on every other floor
Free wireless internet service throughout the entire building (including resident apartments and lounges)
Cardio and Strength Training Fitness Center
Full-size basketball court
Access to computers
Community lounge areas with comfortable seating