Overview

About the program

In this Policy Studies program of the University of Washington Bothell you will learn to apply social theory, evaluation, data analysis, and policy analysis techniques to social change.

Through this program, you will become a policy leader and actor, equipped for professional policy work in local and state government, as well as private, and non-profit sectors, across multiple policy fields.

Our curriculum is designed on a cohort model with classes offered after 5pm two or three times a week to serve non-traditional students, including working professionals. We incorporate community partner projects to provide students with practical professional skills to advance your career while also serving local needs.

Organizational Pathways

The M.A. in Policy Studies provides the professional competence essential to making substantive policy contributions, leading to a variety of career options within public, non-profit, and private sectors. Visit the links below to learn how alumni are engaging with particular fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics Fundamentals for Policy Studies

Policy Process and Analysis

Sustainability, Social Policy, Leadership

Statistics for Policy Studies

Management and Program Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bothell, United States

Disciplines

Social Work Public Policy Urban Planning View 408 other Masters in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

The UW Graduate School's minimum requirements for admission include a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, and minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0.

A statement of intent (2-3 pages).

Statement on quantitative skills.

A current resume, or curriculum vitae, showing relevant academic, professional, and civic experience.

Two letters of recommendation.

An academic essay/writing sample.

All unofficial transcripts.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

35325 USD / year

≈ 35325 USD / year
Out-of-State

35325 USD / year

≈ 35325 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

20319 USD / year

≈ 20319 USD / year

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Overview

About the program

Organizational Pathways

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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