Grant opportunity
UChicago Applied Data Fellowship 2026
The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy Applied Data Fellowship places fellows with strong data, policy and project implementation skills inside government, nonprofit and social enterprise host institutions in the United States for one year.
- Funder
- University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
- Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026
- Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026: Dec 26, 2026
- Award
- Living stipend of USD 47,000 plus reimbursable health insurance stipend up to USD 5,000
- Applicant
- Postgraduate and Early Career
- Discipline
- Policy, Governance, Law and Social Sciences
- Region
- United States
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The Applied Data Fellowship bridges the gap between data analysis and policy implementation. Fellows spend one year embedded with local government and nonprofit organisations in the United States, working to translate data-driven insights into policy recommendations, new programmes and operational improvements.
Who can apply
The fellowship is intended for candidates graduating in 2026 or already working full time and able to commit to a full-time 12-month placement. Candidates should have a solid understanding of public policy, strong data analysis skills, project management ability and a desire to operationalise programmes in government, nonprofit or social enterprise settings. Applicants need permanent US work authorisation or eligibility to use 12 months of OPT or J-1 Academic Training.
Funding and duration
Living stipend of USD 47,000 plus reimbursable health insurance stipend up to USD 5,000
Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026
Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026: Dec 26, 2026
How to apply
Review the official University of Chicago Harris Applied Data Fellowship page and submit through the programme application route listed there. Candidates are encouraged to apply early because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Call details
The Applied Data Fellowship embeds talented young professionals with strong data skills into local government and nonprofit organisations across the United States. Fellows spend one year working to design and implement high-impact programmes and translate data-driven insights into actionable policy recommendations, new programmes and operational changes. Fellows receive managerial oversight, mentorship and technical support through data analysis training and career support.
The fellowship is intended for candidates graduating in 2026 or already working full time and able to commit to a full-time 12-month placement. Candidates should have a solid understanding of public policy, strong data analysis skills, project management ability and a desire to operationalise programmes in government, nonprofit or social enterprise settings. Applicants need permanent US work authorisation or eligibility to use 12 months of OPT or J-1 Academic Training.
Living stipend of USD 47,000 plus reimbursable health insurance stipend up to USD 5,000
Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026: Rolling applications; external postings list 26 December 2026: Dec 26, 2026.
Confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, and submission route on the official call page.
Plan internal approvals, partner confirmations, budgets, letters, and portal submission before the final deadline.
Review the official University of Chicago Harris Applied Data Fellowship page and submit through the programme application route listed there. Candidates are encouraged to apply early because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Before submitting, check required documents, eligible costs, attachments, page limits, institutional approvals, and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration, or nomination stage.