Lead Work that matters
Master of Public Administration
Develop the analytical, leadership, and management skills to solve complex public problems and create lasting impact across government, nonprofit, and mission-driven organizations.
Program Overview
Today’s public challenges demand more than good intentions. They require leaders who can analyze complex problems, make evidence-informed decisions, build trust across differences, and turn ideas into meaningful results.
The Evans School’s Master of Public Administration prepares you to do exactly that. You’ll build a strong foundation in policy analysis, leadership, management, and public finance while applying what you learn through hands-on experiences with real organizations and communities. From your first quarter through your year-long capstone, you’ll develop the confidence and practical experience to lead change in government, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, consulting, and mission-driven organizations.
Located in Seattle, the Evans School connects you to one of the nation’s most innovative ecosystems for public service. You’ll learn from nationally recognized faculty, collaborate with classmates who bring diverse professional and lived experiences, and engage directly with organizations tackling today’s most pressing challenges.
Graduates leave Evans prepared not only to understand public policy, but to implement it. Whether you’re improving access to housing, strengthening public health systems, advancing environmental sustainability, or shaping the future of democratic governance, you’ll graduate ready to translate evidence into action and values into measurable impact.
A history of excellence
Ranked #5 in Public Affairs Programs
“An Evans School MPA is a fantastic way to show up with both head and heart. You become more curious, more objective, and more driven by both values and rigor.”
An innovative region
Study in Seattle
Seattle is home to government agencies, nonprofits, healthcare systems, technology companies, philanthropy, and community organizations tackling today's biggest public challenges. At Evans, those organizations become internship sites, capstone partners, employers, and collaborators.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Real-world experience is built into the Evans MPA through consulting projects, internships, community partnerships, and a two-quarter capstone.
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