Eligibility This program welcomes undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, and working professionals. The program will offer value to learners at any level, from beginning to advanced. This program is open the public and UChicago community. We welcome domestic and international applicants from around the world. To enroll in the program, you must be at least 18 years old and have completed at least one year of full-time study in an undergraduate institution one month prior to the start of the program. There are no prerequisites, as this program is appropriate for individuals from all academic backgrounds. All applicants are required to complete an online application and are expected to have a stable internet connection, consistent access to a computer, and proficiency in communicating in English. How to Apply Application Materials Complete the online application Motivation statement in English (limit to 300 words) Resume (1-2 pages) Academic transcripts Starting your online application Start your application then follow these steps: Select "2022 Cred" and "Non-Degree" type Select the "Persuasive Writing Credential” program Transcripts Transcripts detail the courses, dates, grades, and grading scales for each year of postsecondary (college or university) education as well as degrees awarded. Unofficial transcripts are accepted. You may upload a PDF copy. If your original transcript is not in English, you must provide a translated transcript in English. English Language Requirement Applicants whose native language is not English are required to meet the English language requirement. Application Deadlines Deadline Notification Confirm Acceptance/ Deposit Due Early Action December 14, 2021 December 21, 2021 January 18, 2022 Priority Deadline January 18, 2022 January 26, 2022 February 15, 2022 Round 3 February 15, 2022 February 22, 2022 March 8, 2022 Round 4* March 1, 2022 March 3, 2022 March 12, 2022 Admissions notifications are issued approximately two weeks after the deadline. We encourage you to apply early to take advantage of the priority deadline discount, longer timeline to confirm acceptance, and join events exclusive for submitted applicants and admitted students. * Please note the application may close before Round 4 if space is no longer available. Program Fee The program fee for the 2022 program is $2,000 USD. Applicants who apply by the Priority Deadline will receive a discount off their program fee. See the Discount section below for details. Discount The program offers some discounted program fees. See below for the eligibility and discounted fees: Applicants who apply by the Priority Deadline: $1,700 Applicants from partner programs and referrals: $1,700 UChicago degree students and credential alumni: $1,200 UChicago staff and degree alumni: $800 Groups of three or more colleagues from one workplace: Please contact us at harriscredential@uchicago.edu Scholarships There is no scholarship available for the program. Deposit & Payment Admitted students must submit a non-refundable $500 enrollment deposit to confirm their seat in the program by the deadline listed in their admission letter. The remaining balance is due the beginning of the program. Admitted students will receive details on the payment process. Payment is accepted by credit card through the application portal. If you are unable to submit payment by credit card, then please contact us before the deadline at harriscredential@uchicago.edu. Credential Programs Add in-demand skills to your portfolio. Request Info Apply Now Faculty Spotlight David Chrisinger Program Director, Writing Program David Chrisinger is a Program Director in the Academic and Student Affairs office, where he leads the Harris Writing Program and the Persuasive Writing Credential Program. David also teaches policy writing courses, advises the Chicago Policy Review and students enrolled in the Education and Society ... Recent News Student Profile: Jeongmin Shin, MPP Class of 2023 Tue., May 17, 2022 Student Profile: Johnathan Hill, EMP Class of 2022 Thu., May 12, 2022 More news Upcoming Events Policy and the Public Sector: Discussions from the field Wed., May 18, 2022 | 12:00 PM Link will be sent to registered guests Chicago, IL 60637 United States The 2008 Icelandic Financial Crisis by Arni Mathiesen Fri., May 20, 2022 | 12:00 PM University of Chicago 1307 E. 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637 United States More events