Experience the Harris School
To experience the Harris School is to question, to challenge, and to gain the tools and the strategies that can shape policy in the real world.
At the Harris School, there is energy and excitement in the classroom. There is intensity in discussion and debate. Students come here from all over the world to share a passion of purpose as they look for answers that achieve results.
Your interest in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies demonstrates a determination to solve some of society's most complex problems. You are drawn to issues in the economy, public finance, the environment, education, health care, welfare reform, international relations. You want a career that will empower you to make a difference in the world. And you recognize the value of acquiring the tools needed to accomplish that goal.
To experience the Harris School is to pursue what matters to the world, to the nation, and to you.
Degrees
The Harris School is a leader in public policy training. In keeping with the University of Chicago's tradition of research and teaching, we are grounded in meticulous scholarship, open inquiry, and cross-disciplinary critical thinking. More >>
Beyond the Classroom
Learning extends beyond the classroom. The Harris School provides opportunities for students to apply their critical thinking and analytical approach in the real world. More >>
Meet Our Faculty
Faculty members come from diverse academic backgrounds. They conduct policy-relevant research and lend their individual expertise to a rigorous, collaborative curriculum. More >>
Global Opportunities
Preparation for a career in today's global community demands a global perspective. Students achieve that perspective by participating in the Harris School's numerous global programs, internships and partnerships. More >>
Student Life
Students from every background come together to develop the analytical skills they need to understand the nature of social problems and the impact of public policy. More >>
Career Development
Classroom work and applied learning are all directed toward refining and achieving individual career goals. Harris School students take advantage of many job-search resources. More >>
Meet Our Alumni
Harris School alumni work in the public and private sectors. They shape policy at the local, national, and international level. They share a commitment to the common good, and the experience of having attended the Harris School. More >>
Contact Information
HarrisSchool@uchicago.edu
773-702-8400
