Employer Match Scholarship

The Harris Employer Match Scholarship is designed to maximize access to the Part-Time Evening Master's Program for working professionals by matching their employer's tuition contribution dollar for dollar. This model rewards employer investment and signals Harris's shared commitment to developing the next generation of public policy leaders.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be admitted to the Harris School Evening Master's Program and enrolling on a part-time basis.
• Candidates must demonstrate receipt of formal tuition support from their employer.
• Eligible candidates may only be awarded the Public Sector Scholarship or the Harris Employer Match Scholarship, not both.
• U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.  The Evening Master’s Program is not eligible for international student visa sponsorship.

Award Structure

• The Harris match will not exceed 50% of total program tuition.
• The Harris award amount is determined at the time of application based on the employer contribution documented in the admissions materials. Once a student matriculates, the Harris award amount is fixed and will not change regardless of any subsequent increase or decrease in employer tuition support.

Application Materials

The Evening Master’s Program Employer Match Scholarship application is completed as part of the financial section of the Evening Master’s Program application and requires:

• Employer funding amount
• Documentation of employer funding

This scholarship reflects the Harris School's commitment to supporting Chicago's public policy workforce and advancing educational equity for working professionals.