Changing the world, bit by bit.
Master of Science in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP) at the University of Chicago
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The M.S. in Computational Analysis & Public Policy (MSCAPP) is a rigorous, two-year program offered jointly by the Harris School of Public Policy and the Department of Computer Science at The University of Chicago.
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Profiles
Alden Golab (MSCAPP '17)
What I found compelling about CAPP was that it was taking all of the things that I was interested in and then applying them to things that actually matter, that are really important for people’s everyday lives, in a way that would prepare me for a career of making decisions and helping make things happen. This program can’t be found anywhere else.
Fatima Irfan (MSCAPP '25)
The program’s level of intentionality—about teaching technology and data science with the policy perspective and vice versa—was something I didn't find in other programs. I am fascinated with telling stories about people using data, and the MSCAPP will equip me with the computational and analytical skills necessary to utilize data to drive innovative and equitable solutions in policy.
César Núñez Huamán (MSCAPP '26)
The public policy aspect is my motivation, but I really enjoy the technical work with the data. The computer science department teaches you to code and think as a computer scientist—it actually changes your mindset of how to code.
Jacob Leppek (MSCAPP '21)
The program’s unique blend of computer science and public policy ties all my interests together by allowing me to test hypotheses and gain hard skills while also challenging assumptions and making sure we are not only doing things effectively, but also for the right reasons.
Nora Hajjar (MSCAPP '20)
I am better at my role because I took classes in a lot of different areas in the MSCAPP program. My time in MSCAPP honestly changed my trajectory. Fortunately, Harris has resources to help students make the most of their experience, no matter their path.