Center for Public Research and Leadership | Columbia Law School

Is Your Organization Interested
In Partnering With CPRL?

CPRL’s unique funding model is to support student hands-on consulting experiences through consulting fees that are well below market rates.

CPRL provides clients with a skilled engagement manager, a team of four to five graduate students (typically including three or more with experience as consultants or K-12 educators), and support from Professor Jim Liebman and other university faculty. Client engagements typically begin in September, January, and May each year. Please contact Professor Liebman to discuss potential CPRL partnerships.

For more information, download CPRL's Client Information (PDF).

Are You a Graduate Student Interested
In Applying?

We are currently accepting applications for the 2013-14 school year!

CPRL accepts applications each spring (March/April) for the following year's cohort. To apply for the course, please email a curriculum vitae or resume, a transcript of grades thus far in your graduate program, and a one-page (or less) statement describing the following, none of which is a prerequisite, but all of which will be used as selection criteria:

• Reasons for wanting to take the course, including career aspirations
• Background and experience in public K-12 education
• Experience in public sector leadership, management, and/or structure
• Consulting experience
• Experience conducting quantitative or business analysis
• Relevant coursework in college and professional school

Are You Interested in Supporting CPRL?

To grow and expand our innovative model, CPRL relies on the generosity of individuals and philanthropic organizations. If you are interested in supporting CPRL's work with a grant or gift, please contact Professor James Liebman to discuss partnerships.