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University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
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The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
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1988
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51–100
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HeadquartersChicago, United States
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Chicago
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United States
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North America
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graduate public policy education, policy research programs, executive policy training, data-driven policy analysis, professional public policy degrees
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Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Business Schools & Management Institutes
NAICS code1 code
  • 6113
SIC code1 code
  • 8200
Product category
Higher Education - Public Policy
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Revenue model4 records
1Graduate Program Tuition
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Revenue from Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), PhD programs, and undergraduate BA program tuition.

harris.uchicago.edu
2Executive Education Programs
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Revenue from executive education offerings including Civic Leadership Academy, credential programs, and custom programs for professionals.

harris.uchicago.edu
3Alumni Giving and Donations
TypeOthers
Description

Annual Fund, The Harris Society, and general charitable contributions from alumni and supporters.

harris.uchicago.edu
4Research Grants and Contracts
TypeLicensing Royalties
Description

Funding from government agencies, foundations, and organizations for policy research initiatives including Cyber Policy Initiative and various centers and institutes.

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Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Pricing details4 tiers
1Full-time Master's Programs (MPP, MA, MSCAPP, PhD)
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
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Full-time graduate program tuition with financial aid options including scholarships, fellowships, and public sector scholarship for qualifying students

harris.uchicago.edu
2Evening Master's Program (EMP) - Part-time
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Part-time evening program for mid-career professionals with separate tuition structure

harris.uchicago.edu
3MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP)
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

11-month professional degree program with tuition and associated expenses

harris.uchicago.edu
4Executive Education and Credential Programs
ModelOtherBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

Custom programs, credential programs, and Civic Leadership Academy with separate pricing structures

harris.uchicago.edu
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B2C
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Services
Brand1 record
1Keller Center
Description

The main building for Harris Public Policy located on the University of Chicago campus at 1307 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

harris.uchicago.edu
Core offering1 text field

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is a graduate professional school offering degree programs including the Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), MA with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), and PhD programs. The school complements these degrees with executive education offerings such as the Civic Leadership Academy and Credential Programs, plus specialized research initiatives including the Applied Data Fellowship, Cyber Policy Initiative (in partnership with DEF CON), and the International Innovation Corps.

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Problem solved
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  • Strong post-graduation employment outcomes with high percentage of students receiving job offers within 6 months of graduation
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The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy offers a comprehensive portfolio of graduate degree programs and professional education offerings. The core academic programs include the two-year Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), MA with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), and PhD programs. These degree programs are complemented by non-degree Credential Programs and Executive Education including the Civic Leadership Academy. The school also operates specialized initiatives including the Applied Data Fellowship (embedding data professionals in government and nonprofits), Cyber Policy Initiative (cybersecurity research partnership with DEF CON), International Innovation Corps, and Technology and Society Initiative. The portfolio is structured as a platform of degree programs with associated specialized programs, fellowships, and research initiatives that provide experiential learning and career development opportunities.

Product and service13 records
1Master of Public Policy (MPP)
CategoryGraduate Degree
2MA in Public Policy
CategoryGraduate Degree
3MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP)
CategoryGraduate Degree
4Evening Master's Program (EMP)
CategoryGraduate Degree
5MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP)
CategoryGraduate Degree
6MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM)
CategoryGraduate Degree
7PhD in Public Policy
CategoryGraduate Degree
8Credential Programs
CategoryExecutive Education
9Civic Leadership Academy
CategoryExecutive Education
10Applied Data Fellowship
CategoryResearch Initiative
11Cyber Policy Initiative (CPI)
CategoryResearch Initiative
12International Innovation Corps
CategoryResearch Initiative
13Harris Social Impact Fellowship
CategoryFellowship Program
Scale indicator4 records

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Partnership14 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-12-23
Description

Partnership with the National Rural Water Association to help secure critical infrastructure, starting with water systems. CPI co-manages a cyber volunteer task force with DEF CON and NRWA to help rural water utilities develop cybersecurity capabilities.

Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-08
Description

Joint program with the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth to launch the MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP). Combines Harris's policy expertise with the Institute's Chicago Curriculum on Climate and Sustainable Growth.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2018-08-09
Description

Partnership between Harris Cyber Policy Initiative and DEF CON, the world's largest hacker conference. The collaboration, named DEF CON Franklin, produces the annual Hackers' Almanack compiling cybersecurity research from DEF CON and provides a forum for government officials, academics, and technologists to strengthen cyber posture against malicious attacks.

4The Obama Foundation
Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Joint initiative with the Obama Foundation and two other University of Chicago professional schools (Booth School of Business and Crown School) to host the University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholars Program for emerging leaders.

harris.uchicago.edu
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Campus partnership fostering interdisciplinary research with one of the nation's premier national laboratories.

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Partnership with the Booth School of Business at University of Chicago for joint initiatives including the Obama Foundation Scholars Program.

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Description

Partnership with UChicago Law School for cross-disciplinary research and academic programs.

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Description

Partnership with Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research for survey methodology and public opinion research.

9The University of Chicago Institute of Politics
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partnership with UChicago Institute of Politics for political science research and engagement programs.

harris.uchicago.edu
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

National partnership with City of Chicago creating opportunities for students and faculty engagement in municipal policy.

Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partnership with EPA for environmental policy research and student opportunities.

Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partnership with HHS for health policy research and career pathways for Harris students.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Engagement with White House Workforce Data Initiative for data-driven workforce policy research.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Jake Braun, CPI Executive Director, co-founded Cambridge Global Advisors, a national security consulting firm.

Recent move7 records

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Subsidiaries15 records

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University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

Higher Education - Public Policyharris.uchicago.edu

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy firmographics

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Name
University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
Legal name
The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
Website
https://harris.uchicago.edu
Company type
Private
Founded year
1988
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Where University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Chicago
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Graduate Program Tuition: Revenue from Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), PhD programs, and undergraduate BA program tuition.
  2. Executive Education Programs: Revenue from executive education offerings including Civic Leadership Academy, credential programs, and custom programs for professionals.
  3. Alumni Giving and Donations: Annual Fund, The Harris Society, and general charitable contributions from alumni and supporters.
  4. Research Grants and Contracts: Funding from government agencies, foundations, and organizations for policy research initiatives including Cyber Policy Initiative and various centers and institutes.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualFull-time Master's Programs (MPP, MA, MSCAPP, PhD)
SubscriptionAnnualEvening Master's Program (EMP) - Part-time
SubscriptionAnnualMS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP)
OtherMulti-year contractExecutive Education and Credential Programs

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy product offering

Product offering

Core offering

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is a graduate professional school offering degree programs including the Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), MA with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), and PhD programs. The school complements these degrees with executive education offerings such as the Civic Leadership Academy and Credential Programs, plus specialized research initiatives including the Applied Data Fellowship, Cyber Policy Initiative (in partnership with DEF CON), and the International Innovation Corps.

Product overview

The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy offers a comprehensive portfolio of graduate degree programs and professional education offerings. The core academic programs include the two-year Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), MA with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), and PhD programs. These degree programs are complemented by non-degree Credential Programs and Executive Education including the Civic Leadership Academy. The school also operates specialized initiatives including the Applied Data Fellowship (embedding data professionals in government and nonprofits), Cyber Policy Initiative (cybersecurity research partnership with DEF CON), International Innovation Corps, and Technology and Society Initiative. The portfolio is structured as a platform of degree programs with associated specialized programs, fellowships, and research initiatives that provide experiential learning and career development opportunities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Keller Center: The main building for Harris Public Policy located on the University of Chicago campus at 1307 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Products and services

  • Master of Public Policy (MPP)
  • MA in Public Policy
  • MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP)
  • Evening Master's Program (EMP)
  • MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP)
  • MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM)
  • PhD in Public Policy
  • Credential Programs
  • Civic Leadership Academy
  • Applied Data Fellowship
  • Cyber Policy Initiative (CPI)
  • International Innovation Corps
  • Harris Social Impact Fellowship

Quantifiable outcome

  • Strong post-graduation employment outcomes with high percentage of students receiving job offers within 6 months of graduation
  • +1 more outcomes

Companies that use University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

Customer profile

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy technology and API

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Feature5 records

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, major and minor.

  • National Rural Water AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 December 2025Partnership with the National Rural Water Association to help secure critical infrastructure, starting with water systems. CPI co-manages a cyber volunteer task force with DEF CON and NRWA to help rural water utilities develop cybersecurity capabilities.
  • Institute for Climate and Sustainable GrowthflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 July 2025Joint program with the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth to launch the MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP). Combines Harris's policy expertise with the Institute's Chicago Curriculum on Climate and Sustainable Growth.
  • DEF CONcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 August 2018Partnership between Harris Cyber Policy Initiative and DEF CON, the world's largest hacker conference. The collaboration, named DEF CON Franklin, produces the annual Hackers' Almanack compiling cybersecurity research from DEF CON and provides a forum for government officials, academics, and technologists to strengthen cyber posture against malicious attacks.
  • The Obama FoundationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiative with the Obama Foundation and two other University of Chicago professional schools (Booth School of Business and Crown School) to host the University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholars Program for emerging leaders.
  • Argonne National LaboratorymajorTechnology or IntegrationCampus partnership fostering interdisciplinary research with one of the nation's premier national laboratories.
  • Chicago BoothmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Booth School of Business at University of Chicago for joint initiatives including the Obama Foundation Scholars Program.
  • University of Chicago Law SchoolmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with UChicago Law School for cross-disciplinary research and academic programs.
  • AP-NORCmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research for survey methodology and public opinion research.
  • The University of Chicago Institute of PoliticsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with UChicago Institute of Politics for political science research and engagement programs.
  • City of ChicagomajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational partnership with City of Chicago creating opportunities for students and faculty engagement in municipal policy.
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EPA for environmental policy research and student opportunities.
  • US Department of Health and Human ServicesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with HHS for health policy research and career pathways for Harris students.
  • The White House Workforce Data InitiativeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngagement with White House Workforce Data Initiative for data-driven workforce policy research.
  • Cambridge Global AdvisorsminorOthersJake Braun, CPI Executive Director, co-founded Cambridge Global Advisors, a national security consulting firm.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy competitors and assessment

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Strengths5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

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Profiles16 records

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Subsidiaries15 records

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Frequently asked questions about University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

What does University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy do?

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is a graduate professional school offering degree programs including the Master of Public Policy (MPP), MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), Evening Master's Program (EMP), MS in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP), MA with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), and PhD programs. The school complements these degrees with executive education offerings such as the Civic Leadership Academy and Credential Programs, plus specialized research initiatives including the Applied Data Fellowship, Cyber Policy Initiative (in partnership with DEF CON), and the International Innovation Corps.

Is University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy a public or private company?

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy founded?

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy was founded in 1988. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy based?

University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy is headquartered in Chicago, United States, in the North America region.

How does University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Graduate Program Tuition is the primary driver. The others are executive Education Programs, alumni Giving and Donations and research Grants and Contracts.

Does University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy have an API?

No public API is recorded for University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy.

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Chicago Sun-TimesChicago Public Media and University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy Launch 'Chicago in Conversation'The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and Chicago Public Media launched Chicago in Conversation, a six-month program bringing 40 Chicagoans to discuss divisive policy issues. A poll found 80% of residents see the U.S. as politically divided, while 60% are optimistic about working through differences in Chicago.CFO DiveHow volunteer cyber experts are helping protect rural water systemsDEF CON Franklin, a volunteer cybersecurity program launched in late 2024 by DEF CON hacker conference, the University of Chicago's Harris School of Public Policy, and the National Rural Water Association, has deployed 27 volunteers to 21 water utilities across seven U.S. states to help protect small rural water systems from cyberattacks. The program has yielded insights revealing that most free security services offered to water utilities come with prohibitive costs, and that managing expectations between corporate volunteers and understaffed utility operators is critical to successful engagements. Franklin is expanding in August 2025 and exploring ways to support water utilities that cool AI data centers, which its founder views as growing targets for nation-state hackers.Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation -Why Public Policy?Harris Public Policy promotes its academic programs, including Master of Public Policy and Master of Public Administration degrees, aimed at training leaders in evidence-based policymaking. The institution highlights career outcomes for graduates who work across various sectors such as healthcare, finance, and government within the United States and globally.Axios1 in 5 Americans have experience with gun violence: PollA poll by the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC found about one-fifth of U.S. adults have experienced gun violence in the past five years. Black Americans are four times more likely, and Hispanic Americans twice as likely, as white Americans to report such an experience. Most Americans view gun violence as a major problem and support stricter gun laws.PR NewswireUniversity of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy premieres Not Another Politics PodcastThe University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy premiered a new podcast called 'Not Another Politics Podcast' on January 29, 2020, hosted by three of its scholars. The podcast will feature academic research on political topics, with episode one examining how party primary contests affect general election outcomes. The show aims to present rigorous scholarship on contentious political issues through conversations with guest scholars from around the world.