Why Choose the Evans School?


For more than 45 years the Evans School has attracted students who aspire to be successful, innovative leaders committed to serving the public interest. We offer a unique learning experience by providing:

  • Nationally recognized faculty members who remain active in the arena of public affairs and integrate practical and analytical policy skills and management techniques necessary for leadership in today’s world.

  • A curriculum that integrates both policy and management so you can be prepared to face today’s multi-faceted challenges in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.
  • The opportunity to combine your research interests and degree requirements with hands-on service to local and international agencies and organizations.

  • A range of degrees and certificate programs from the master’s to the doctoral level in public administration and policy.

  • A wealth of diversity and international perspectives through the faculty, staff, and students we attract from across the U.S. and around the world, who provide a range of approaches and a global outlook on addressing policy challenges around the world.

The Evans School welcomes students who aspire to make a measurable difference in society, and seek the leadership skills and policy tools to do so. If this describes you, learn more about our programs.

We also invite you to learn more about the benefits of studying at the University of Washington and living in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.