<p>The social scene at UChicago is what you make of it. If you’re into frat parties, you can spend your weekends dancing there. If you’re into finding cool restaurants in the neighborhood and eating with friends, you can do that. In my experience, the more things that you get involved in (like student-run organizations and extra-curriculars), the more people you’ll meet and get to know, and the more expansive your social world becomes.
I have to agree with Rny2 though - your house is a reliable and fun place to spend time. It can provide you with all kinds of friendship, activities and advice, in order to make the best of your social life here. And the people you’ll meet through the housing system are in your life right from day one.</p>