You have a number of options for transportation to campus and around the Chicago area.
Additional information about parking and transportation can be found via the Parking link on Inside Rush, or by calling the Parking Office at (312) 942-6594. The Parking Office is located inside the main parking garage, on the fourth floor near the skywalk to Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.
If you live in Chicago, visit the city of Chicago’s Department of Streets and Sanitation website for information about garbage pickup days and recycling. If you live in a suburb, check your local municipality’s website.
Rush currently has a leasing agreement with Tailor Lofts, for students wanting to live in an apartment near campus and have their housing added to their university bill, along with tuition. Additionally, Rush has partnered with two brokerage companies who provide award-winning customer service and work with students to secure off-campus housing. If you prefer to search on your own, there are a few companies you can use to find an apartment in Chicago, including Chicago Apartment Finders, Apartment People, Domu and Trulia. One month prior to your desired move-in date is the ideal time to look for an apartment. For additional information and housing resources, check out our housing page.
As is the case in most large cities, Chicago has its share of crime. Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night or if you are by yourself. For more information, please reference the Chicago Police Department’s safety tips.
As a tenant in Chicago, make sure you know your rights. The city of Chicago website has a page on the rights of renters, so check it out to familiarize yourself with your rights as a tenant in Chicago.
Though it is a large city, Chicago is very easy to get navigate, depending on traffic. The following are some different ways you can get around in the city of Chicago:
Biking — Chicago is very bike-friendly, offering paths along the Lake Michigan shore and the 606 (connecting the Humboldt Park to Bucktown neighborhoods) and bike lanes on many major streets, such as Lincoln Avenue. Visit the city of Chicago’s website for a bike map.
Divvy — Chicago has a bike-share system called Divvy. For a $75 yearly membership, students gain access to thousands of bikes throughout Chicago for easy transportation around the city. Visit the Divvy website to find out how it works and to register. You will need your Rush University email address and the Rush password, which can be found on the Student Life and Engagement page of the University Portal, in the “Announcements” section on the lower right side of the page.
Parking — If you own a car in Chicago, you will need to purchase a parking permit. All the information you need can be found on the Chicago City Clerk’s website.
The shuttle bus service is sponsored by Rush University Medical Center as a benefit to students, faculty and staff who use the commuter rail lines to get to the Medical Center. Students, faculty and staff may ride the shuttles for free by showing their student or employee IDs to the shuttle driver. For additional information about campus shuttles, commuter shuttles, or parking and transportation in general, check out the Parking link on Inside Rush. If you have questions or comments regarding the service, please contact the Parking Office at (312) 942-6594.
Please note the following commuter shuttle departure times to Ogilvie and Union Stations (for Metra trains):