Harris Social Impact Fellowship
The Harris Social Impact Fellowship is a highly-selective, full-time, 11-month program for recent graduates and early career professionals with strong STEM skills and a passion for evidence-based change. Designed by University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy faculty, the fellowship blends intensive training in policy analysis, critical reasoning, and data analytics with a hands-on placement at a top research center or policy institute.
Award
Fellows begin with eight weeks of academic coursework over the summer, followed by nine months of applied learning, tackling urgent issues like educational equity, climate action, crime reduction, and government efficiency. The experience culminates in a capstone project addressing a real-world policy challenge. Throughout the program, fellows receive professional development, mentorship from policy leaders, and access to an unmatched network of faculty, alumni, and practitioners.
Fellows receive a stipend and coverage of the academic costs of the program.
Eligibility
Graduating seniors and recent alumni. Professional or advanced proficiency in Spanish. Open application; students and alumni are welcome to consult with our office.
Deadline
October 2026 (application opens in July)
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