How to apply

The Summer Workshop is open to college students from all over the United States interested in promoting public intellectual life—whether through journalism and cultural criticism, nonprofit work, politics, science and technology, or the arts. We welcome students with diverse educational backgrounds and perspectives to apply. Participants will be selected based on their enthusiasm for public discourse and their commitment to open dialogue.

Accepting applications now through March 5, 2024.

Application Requirements

  • Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university.

Required Materials

  • Basic personal and educational details (name, address, email address, citizenship, extracurriculars etc.)

  • Academic transcript

  • Writing sample/clip (academic or otherwise)

  • Responses to supplemental application questions

  • No letter of recommendation required

Questions?

Check out our FAQ or contact us directly at publicthinking@uchicago.edu.