The Family Resource Center (FRC) at the University of Chicago is a welcoming space where families from the university community can access resources, information, and supportive programming and services. Since it was founded in 2006, the FRC has been a vibrant hub for graduate student and postdoc parents to network and engage with each other. Students can also join the Student Parent Listserv, a virtual resource where students can post questions, swap baby gear, and share advice with other student parents.

Location and Hours of Operation

The FRC is closed until further notice.

The FRC is located at 950 East 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Phone: 773-795-KIDS (5437)

Policies, Procedures, and Required Forms

FRC membership is free for all university-affiliated families when campus is open.

All families must register with the Family Resource Center and submit the mandatory Consent and Release form found here.

At least one UChicago-affiliated family member per family will be required annually to come to the FRC to present a valid university ID card, fill out membership renewal forms, and participate in an orientation session, which will include an overview of FRC policies and procedures (available also in Spanish).

Additional UChicago Child Care Resources

Read the University’s Graduate Student Parent Policy
Additional resources for pregnant and parenting students
Local Partnerships – The University has provided grants to two neighborhood childcare providers with the stipulation that they set aside a limited number of places for infants and toddlers of employees, postdoctoral researchers, and students at the University and Medical Center.
There are other available resources in the Hyde Park area; due to COVID-19, these programs are closed until further notice. Please see below to keep updates on the following resources.
- Learn more about The Baby Ph.D. Childcare Network
- Learn more about the Chicago Child Care Society: The Preschool Center