Enhance your portfolio and strengthen your skills with our credential programs taught by leading faculty at the University of Chicago

Whether you are preparing for graduate school or seeking professional advancement, the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy credential programs prepare you with tangible skills you can use immediately.

Accelerate Your Path

Bridge gaps in your portfolio with a UChicago Credential

Whether you are preparing for graduate school or seeking professional advancement, strengthen your portfolio with in-demand skills in data analytics, coding, persuasive writing, or current policy topics.

Our credential programs will enhance your skills in a part-time format, while offering the support and network of a full-time program. You’ll join a learning environment with interactive UChicago faculty discussions, collaborate with classmates, and practice the tools you learn in the classroom in applied exercises or research projects.

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Alumni across the globe

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Alumni rated the program beneficial for their academic and professional growth

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Alumni became graduate students at UChicago Harris

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Meet Our Alumni

Emma Hultgren

"I am leaving DPSS feeling more confident and inspired as I begin my graduate application process.​"

Who Will Benefit

Credential programs add the most value if you are:

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Considering a graduate degree or career in public policy or analysis.

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Seeking a robust foundation in policy skills and topics.

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Building a global network with the UChicago community.

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Meet Your Team

Shilin Liu

Shilin, Executive Director of Partnerships and Credential Programs, curates global partnerships and designs meaningful short-term programs.

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Take a step forward and accelerate your path.