March 31–April 4, join us for Admitted Student Week  and discover why Harris is the best place to study public policy.

We will offer virtual content March 31–April 2. In-person programming will kick off the evening of Thursday, April 3, and the main Admitted Student Day is Friday, April 4—a full day of programming. See the full schedule and register for events below.

All Admitted Student Week programming is only available for students admitted to the class starting in Fall 2025.

If you miss a virtual session or would like to review a session you previously attended, recordings for each session will be made available within 72 hours of the event time listed on this page. Program-specific recordings are available on request to admits of that particular program.


The Keller Center
Current Student Panel

Monday, March 31

Life as a Current Harris Student (virtual)

Monday, March 31 | 8:30–9:30 a.m. Central Daylight Time

Register for Life as a Current Harris Student (virtual)

As part of Admitted Student Week, join us for a panel discussion about life as a current Harris student. You'll learn about the wraparound support services available to students through the Dean of Students and Career Development Offices, how students create a school/life balance, and insider tips about making the most of your time at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy.


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Moving to Chicago Panel

Tuesday, April 1

Moving to Chicago Panel (virtual)

Tuesday, April 1 |  8:30–9:30 a.m. Central Daylight Time

Register for Moving to Chicago Panel (Virtual)

Moving to Chicago from a different city, state, or country? Hear from our panel of current students who moved from all over the U.S. and the world to live in a variety of Chicago neighborhoods. We'll answer your questions about moving timelines, how to pick a neighborhood, what Chicago winters are really like, and more.


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MACRM Roundtable

MACRM Admitted Student Welcome Overview (virtual)

Tuesday, April 1 | TBD

Registration will be made available once a time is determined.

Learn more about the MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM) in this virtual roundtable with program leadership: Steven Durlauf, Steans Professor in Educational Policy.

Please note, this session is reserved for MACRM admits.


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Financial Aid Webinar

Wednesday, April 2

Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Career Outcomes (virtual)

Wednesday, April 2 | 8:30–9:30 a.m. Central Daylight Time

Register for Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Career Outcomes (virtual)

Join members of the financial aid and scholarship committee to learn more about financing your UChicago Harris education through Harris scholarships, external scholarships, loans, and on-campus employment. We will also highlight the many career paths our alumni have taken.


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MSCAPP Program Deep Dive (virtual)

MSCAPP Program Deep Dive (virtual)

Wednesday, April 2 | TBD Central Daylight Time

Registration will be made available once a time is secured.

Please join MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP) faculty and staff for a discussion of the MSCAPP program.

Please note, this session is reserved for MSCAPP admits.


The Keller Center
In-Person Admitted Student-Day Kickoff

Thursday, April 3

Thursday, April 3 | 4–8 p.m. Central Daylight Time

Harris School of Public Policy (The Keller Center)
1307 E. 60th St., Chicago IL 60637

Register: April 3 Admitted Student Day (In-person)

Join us for a kickoff to our day of activities including: morning/afternoon class visits, lunch, and evening community building activity.


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Class visits

Class Visits (in-person)

Thursday, April 3 | 9:30 a.m.2 p.m. Central Daylight Time

A limited number of class visits will be available. Admitted students will have the opportunity to register for one class visit via email or explore the campus (or Chicago) until the sample class at 4 p.m.


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In-Person Admitted Student Day

Friday, April 4

Friday, April 4 | 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Daylight Time

Harris School of Public Policy (The Keller Center)
1307 E. 60th St., Chicago IL 60637

Register: April 4 Admitted Student Day (In-person)

Join us for this day of activities including: faculty discussions, lunch with current students, and break-out sessions with staff and peers. Spouses and partners are also welcome to join this day of events and attend a special lunchtime activity.