The Volcker Alliance, We the Veterans and Military Families, and the Evans School share a belief that principled, effective, and compassionate leadership is essential to renovating our democracy.
Military-connected students bring a wealth of leadership experience, systems thinking, and a deep sense of mission to public service. At Evans, you’ll join a community that recognizes and builds upon that experience, offering:
- Flexible pathways for early-career and experienced professionals
- Faculty and peers committed to public impact
- A collaborative learning environment grounded in equity and evidence
- Career support for those seeking to advance or transition into public service roles
Whether your goal is to manage teams, shape policy, or strengthen institutions, Evans provides the skills and network to lead with purpose.
Start Your Next Chapter of Service
Your leadership has already made a difference. At Evans, you’ll join a community driven to serve, innovate, and lead with purpose.
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.
Public Service and Policy Major
Learn how policy is created, build practical leadership and analytical skills, and prepare to make an impact through public service in any sector.
Executive Master of Public Administration
Designed to help working professionals grow in their leadership journey.
Funding Opportunities
We are committed to making an Evans education accessible to those who have served. Our Student Affairs team can help you navigate funding options and connect you with the support you need to start your next chapter of service. Military-connected applicants are encouraged to explore:
Five fellowships each year are available to support our military-connected applicants who demonstrate a commitment to public impact.
The VA Education Benefits Office at UW serves current service members, veterans and their dependents during their time as students at the UW. Their office can help you navigate your funding options, from VA education benefits and state waivers, to financial aid and scholarships (including the Post-9/11 GI Bill).
Tillman Military Scholars invests in active and veteran military service members and their spouses through educational scholarships–building a diverse community of leaders committed to service to others. The scholarship aims to cover expenses left unpaid by the GI Bill and other government support.
A list of University of Washington awards open to graduate students.
Graduate Student Equity and Excellence support graduate students from diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every aspect of graduate education, including academic, financial, professional and social support.
GFIS helps current and admitted UW graduate students learn the skills and tools to find funding.
UW Student Financial Aid believes students from all economic backgrounds should have the opportunity to attend the University of Washington.
Campus Community
Student Veteran Life is a unit founded by student veterans, for student veterans. As such, in order to build on the strength of organic and authentic community building and effectively bridge the civilian-military divide on campus, Student Veteran Life is led by a team of experienced and diverse veterans.