On and Off Campus in Chicago, Illinois

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By Austin Brentley
University of Phoenix Campus Columnist

One of the great things about attending college in Chicago, Illinois is that you have tremendous access to cultural learning, entertainment, sports, history, and internships, both on and off of your college campus. So as you pursue your degree, your extracurricular education can potentially take on as much significance as your actual classes.

Exploring Chicago, Illinois

Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, Chicago, Illinois is a cultural haven of intellectual and economic opportunities. The American Stock Exchange, the numerous museums, the various sports stadiums, the vibrant nightlife, the picturesque parks, and the bustling activity will all become part of your overall college experience.

When you attend a college campus at a major city, the borders between student life and real life begin to blur. In truth, regardless of what college you attend in Chicago, Illinois, the actual city will become your campus, and not just the few square kilometers of the actual college. So in many ways, your degree will be more multidimensional and complete.

About the Author

A freelance writer and researcher, Austin Brentley currently lives and works in Bangkok, Thailand. His previous experience includes working for a lobbying firm in his native Washington, DC, teaching English in Japan, and working for various record and television studios in New York. Austin holds a B.A. in history.