Complement an existing graduate degree with the fundamental skills of policy analysis with this full-time program that allows you to earn an MA in public policy in one academic year. For those who already have an advanced degree but want to understand the public policy aspects of their field and are interested in attending school full-time, our one-year MA program in public policy provides the fundamental understanding of public policy and analytics to complement their experience. This program is also available to students enrolling for other graduate programs at the University. The application for programs beginning in the fall of 2023 is now open—apply now. To receive a short video overview of our academic programs, please complete this form. Program Details Curriculum Our curriculum consists of any five of the six core courses available to MPP candidates and four electives, for a total of nine courses. If you plan to combine this degree with another one-year master’s degree at the University, both degrees must be awarded during the same quarter. Those interested in the public policy studies program should inquire about formal arrangements when they apply to their primary program. 9 graduate-level courses (900 units of credit), including a minimum of 7 Public Policy (PPHA) courses Any 5 courses from the Harris core curriculum that provide a foundation in critical analysis, reflecting our belief that mastering quantitative and analytical skills prepares students to be effective public policy leaders: Analytical Politics I: PPHA 30800 Analytical Politics I: Strategic Foundations, or PPHA 41501 - PhD Game Theory (instructor approval required and subject to seat availability) Analytical Politics II: PPHA 31610 Analytical Politics II: Political Institutions Statistics Sequence I: PPHA 31002 Statistics for Data Analysis I, or PPHA 31202 Advanced Statistics for Data Analysis I, or Any course in the PhD econometrics sequence (instructor approval required and subject to seat availability): PPHA 42000, PPHA 42100, or PPHA 42200 Statistics Sequence II: PPHA 31102 Statistics for Data Analysis II: Regressions, or PPHA 31302 Advanced Statistics for Data Analysis II, or Any course in the PhD econometrics sequence (instructor approval required and subject to seat availability): PPHA 42000, PPHA 42100, or PPHA 42200 Microeconomics Sequence I: PPHA 32300 Principles of Microeconomics and Public Policy I, or PPHA 32310 Advanced Microeconomics for Public Policy I, or PPHA 44100 Principles of Microeconomics and Public Policy I (PhD sequence - instructor approval required and subject to seat availability) Microeconomics Sequence II. Choose from the following: PPHA 32400 Principles of Microeconomics and Public Policy II, or PPHA 32410 Advanced Microeconomics for Public Policy II, or PPHA 44200 Principles of Microeconomics and Public Policy II (PhD sequence - instructor approval required and subject to seat availability) Other Requirements A cumulative GPA of 2.7 for all courses, based on a 4.0 scale A grade of C- or better in the core courses Completion of the math requirement (support available) No more than 1 reading/research, independent study, or internship courses No more than 1 course taken Pass/Fail (core courses cannot be taken pass/fail) Courses with grades of F, I, W, or with no reported grade do not apply toward the 9-course requirement for the program. Sample Schedule Autumn Microeconomics I (PPHA 32300) Statistics for Data Analysis I (PPHA 31002) Analytical Politics I: Strategic Foundations (PPHA 30800) Winter Microeconomics II (PPHA 32400) Statistics for Data Analysis II: Regressions (PPHA 31102) Analytical Politics II: Political Institutions (PPHA 31610) Spring Elective Elective Elective Research Research Shows People Are Driving EVs Less Than Projected The pledge for EV-powered fleets leaves a question unanswered: How much are consumers actually driving them? FAQs How do I apply to Harris Public Policy? How do I apply to Harris Public Policy? Applications must be submitted through the University’s online system. You can save your application and work on it at your convenience. Harris only accepts electronic applications. Requirements and deadlines vary for our full-time and part-time programs. For any specific questions, please reach out to your Admissions team. International Development I am interested in international development. Can I take classes in this area in this program? If you are interested in international development, we recommend exploring the Pearson Institute International Policy and Development (IPD) Certificate. The IPD is designed to prepare students for careers in government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, or multinational corporations. The certificate’s curated list of electives is designed to allow students to explore multiple academic approaches to understanding development, including from economics, political science, statistics, and psychology.Learn more here. Apply Now - Make a Difference Today Start making a difference today. Request Info Apply Now Faculty Spotlight Christopher Berry William J. and Alicia Townsend Friedman Professor Christopher R. Berry is the William J. and Alicia Townsend Friedman Professor at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and the College. He is the academic director of the Center for Municipal Finance. He studies metropolitan governance and the politics of public finance. Recent News Alumni Profile: Shruti Kapoor, AM’19 Thu., June 01, 2023 Sudan’s “Peculiar Political History”: 2023 Pearson Annual Lecture Tue., May 30, 2023 More news Upcoming Events PKU-UChicago Summer School Faculty Spotlight: Mini Class with Professor Yao Tang (Peking University) Thu., June 01, 2023 | 8:00 PM Graduation: University Convocation and Harris Hooding Ceremony Sat., June 03, 2023 | 9:00 AM University of Chicago Main Quadrangle Chicago, IL 60637 United States More events
How do I apply to Harris Public Policy? How do I apply to Harris Public Policy? Applications must be submitted through the University’s online system. You can save your application and work on it at your convenience. Harris only accepts electronic applications. Requirements and deadlines vary for our full-time and part-time programs. For any specific questions, please reach out to your Admissions team.
International Development I am interested in international development. Can I take classes in this area in this program? If you are interested in international development, we recommend exploring the Pearson Institute International Policy and Development (IPD) Certificate. The IPD is designed to prepare students for careers in government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, or multinational corporations. The certificate’s curated list of electives is designed to allow students to explore multiple academic approaches to understanding development, including from economics, political science, statistics, and psychology.Learn more here.
November 14, 2022 Harris Evening Master's Program Class Visit: Analytical Politics II - Politics and Policy Making with Professor Chris Berry
November 07, 2022 Harris Evening Master's Program Class Visit: Analytical Politics II - Politics and Policy Making with Professor Chris Berry
October 31, 2022 Harris Evening Master's Program Class Visit: Analytical Politics II - Politics and Policy Making with Professor Chris Berry
October 24, 2022 Harris Evening Master's Program Class Visit: Analytical Politics II - Politics and Policy Making with Professor Chris Berry