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The University of Chicago Hong Kong Campus

Introduction to Public Policy

Dates

July 13 – July 31, 2026

Duration

3 weeks

Fee

HKD 60,000 (≈ USD 7,660)

Ages

15–18

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The program transforms high school students into analytical future leaders. Highlights include university faculty-led lectures on behavioral economics, data-driven policy design, and a toolkit covering behavioral "nudges" and monetary incentives, paired with daily "Action Labs." Outcomes: Students learn to define, measure, and argue for impactful policies. The program culminates in a Capstone project where participants assume the role of policymakers, analyze real-world data, and draft an evidence-based policy recommendation memo to showcase in their future academic portfolios.

What's included

Tuition fee, use of the UChicago Campus in Hong Kong facilities, one meal and refreshments during on-campus days, excursion expenses, and shuttle buses to and from campus and Kennedy Town MTR Station.

Not included

accommodation, airticket, airport transfers, travel insurance, personal expenses.

Application deadline: April 15, 2026