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MA Public Policy at University of Chicago

University of Chicago, United States

Programme overview

The MA in Public Policy is an accelerated full-time, STEM-designated programme that lets students earn the degree in one academic year at Harris.

Faculty: Harris School of Public Policy  |  Duration: 1 year (accelerated full-time)  |  Intake: Autumn  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Students work through Harris core sequences such as Statistics for Data Analysis, Principles of Microeconomics and Public Policy, Political Economy and a Core Project.

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Entry requirements

Harris master's applicants (2026-27 cycle): online application, resume, 300-word motivation statement, transcripts, three recommenders (two letters must be received within a week of the deadline). GRE or GMAT considered, with waivers (e.g. five years of relevant work, Calculus I with B or better, UChicago undergraduate degree). TOEFL or IELTS unless waived. Deadlines: Early Action 8 Oct 2026, Round 1 3 Dec 2026, Round 2 21 Jan 2027, Round 3 17 June 2027.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 2 years

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