<p>I read somewhere that the University of Chicago has a “hanging out” culture rather than a “partying” culture. As a prospective student only, I can’t contribute to the validity of this statement. However, if it’s true, the University of Chicago has gone up ten notches in my book. I prefer hanging out with friends to partying any day - and to be honest would rather be alone or study than “party” - and even at schools that don’t have party school reputations, visits have proven to me that partying is often the primary social outlet. I’m sure I’ll find “my people” almost anywhere, but it’s nice to be around an entire university of people somewhat like you.</p>