Overview

Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods from University of Chicago is an excellent choice for candidates who have strong quantitative backgrounds with exposure to mathematical probability and statistics, multivariate calculus, and matrix algebra.

Learning Goals

During the 15-month program, students enroll in PhD core courses focusing on economic theory, game theory, advanced statistics/econometrics, political economy, and quantitative modeling in addition to the policy courses available in your area of interest.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Game Theory
Applied Econometrics
Applied Econometrics
Applied Econometrics
Advanced Microeconomics for Policy Analysis
Advanced Microeconomics for Policy Analysis
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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-16 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Public Administration Public Policy Public Relations View 408 other Masters in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidate statement: Applicants will be required to submit a statement discussing their academic and career objectives and describing why they believe the University of Chicago Master’s in Biomedical Sciences program is a good fit.
Curriculum vitae or resume
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
$90 application fee
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

44382 USD / year

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Out-of-State

44382 USD / year

≈ 44382 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

44382 USD / year

≈ 44382 USD / year

Additional Details

Per Quarter

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Overview

Learning Goals

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Financing

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