You can connect to the University's network using wireless, wired, and virtual access. Each access is available to faculty, students, and staff who have a valid CNetID and password. Upon request, visitors may also receive limited access through the UChicago guest network.
Eduroam is the preferred network for faculty, students, and staff to use while on campus. It is developed and available worldwide at other universities and research institutions for the international education community.
The Guest Wireless Network (uchicago-guest) grants business guests and visitors limited access to campus resources but full access to the internet. Details on how to use this service are found in the Guest Wireless Network FAQ.
Note: Wireless access to the internet is available in most areas of campus. You can use it to check email or browse the web in these areas in accordance with the Policy on Information Technology Use and Access.
Wired-network jacks are available in resident halls and most facilities on campus. If you need a network jack installed in a location, contact IT Services. If you can have a network jack activated or repaired, read the Request Network Jack Services article for instructions.
There are times you will need access to the University's resources (e.g., systems, apps, library e-resources) that are not available to you when you are not physically on a campus network. The UChicago Virtual Private Network (cVPN) seamlessly grants you access to these resources.
IT Services can provide you with general technical support and refer you to other IT support if needed.
Alert: When you try to connect your device to Wi-Fi, you may notice other available Wi-Fi networks. The only supported network for user systems (laptops, tablets, or phones, is Eduroam. Other supported networks are uchicago-guest and uchicago-iot. Be aware that any other networks are unsupported and is not advised for use. If you see many of these unsupported networks, it would be best to report this to IT Services, as they are likely interfering with University provided wireless networks.