Evans School of Public Policy & Governance|Evans School - Prospective Students

Undergraduate Info Session

Thursday, Sep 17, 2026, 2 – 3 p.m.

Interested in a career where you can solve problems, serve communities, and create change? Explore the Public Service & Policy major and minor at the Evans School.

Join us for a virtual information session to learn how Public Service & Policy prepares students for careers in government, nonprofits, social impact organizations, and other public-serving fields.

You’ll learn about:
*Major and minor requirements
*Skills and experiences gained through the program
*Career pathways in public service
*Opportunities to connect with Evans and ask questions

Discover how you can turn your interests into action and build the skills to make an impact.
Register today to explore your future in public service.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Information Sessions

MPA Info Session

Tuesday, Oct 6, 2026, 12 – 1 p.m.

Discover the Building Blocks of Your MPA Journey!
Curious about what it takes to apply to the Evans School MPA program and what makes our program unique? Join us for an interactive info session where we'll walk through the key components of a strong application and introduce the foundational areas of our core curriculum.
This is your opportunity to: Learn how to build a competitive application, Get a preview of the skills and knowledge at the heart of the MPA. Envision yourself as part of a community of changemakers
Whether you're early in your graduate school search or ready to apply, this session will help you take the next step toward renovating our democracy.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Ph.D. Information Session

Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Applying for the Evans School PhD Program
Thinking about pursuing a PhD in policy, management, or a related field? Come learn about the advantages of the Evans School's PhD in Public Policy & Management, the basics of our program requirements, and how to apply. This will be an interactive presentation and Q&A session with faculty member and PhD Program Director Heather Hill. She will cover the Evans' approach to mentoring, our interdisciplinary doctoral curriculum, and how to submit a competitive application.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

MPA Info Session

Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026, 4 – 5 p.m.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Undergraduate Info Session

Thursday, Nov 5, 2026, 2 – 3 p.m.

Interested in a career where you can solve problems, serve communities, and create change? Explore the Public Service & Policy major and minor at the Evans School. Join us for a virtual information session to learn how Public Service & Policy prepares students for careers in government, nonprofits, social impact organizations, and other public-serving fields. You’ll learn about: *Major and minor requirements *Skills and experiences gained through the program *Career pathways in public service *Opportunities to connect with Evans and ask questions Discover how you can turn your interests into action and build the skills to make an impact. Register today to explore your future in public service.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Experience Evans

Monday, Nov 16, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Get an authentic look at the Evans MPA experience. This mini visit day includes the chance to:
Sit in on an MPA class and experience Evans academics firsthand.
Take a guided campus tour with an MPA Ambassador.
Join an info session with our Admissions team.
Get individualized support through drop-in advising.
Explore the Evans community and ask your questions in real time.
This is a great opportunity to explore whether the Evans School MPA is the right next step for your leadership journey!

Event interval: Single day event
Campus location: Parrington Hall (PAR)
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Funding Your Future: Exploring Options for Graduate Education at Evans

Thursday, Nov 19, 2026, 1 – 2 p.m.

Graduate education is an investment in your future, and understanding your funding options is an important step in making that journey possible. Join the Evans Admissions Team for Funding Your Future: Exploring Options for Graduate Education, an informational session designed to help prospective students explore strategies for planning and financing graduate school. During this session, we’ll discuss a variety of funding resources, including fellowships and scholarships, assistantships, loans and federal aid, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and external funding opportunities. Whether you’re just beginning to explore graduate school or preparing your next application step, this session will help you better understand your options and move forward with confidence.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Foundations of the MPA Program Faculty Panel

Thursday, Dec 10, 2026, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an engaging faculty panel introducing the broad foundational areas of the Evans School MPA core curriculum. Learn how our program equips emerging leaders with the skills to drive meaningful change in public service.
We also provide a brief overview of the application process and offer plenty of time for Q&A, so you can get your questions answered directly by faculty and admissions staff.
Whether you're exploring graduate school or preparing to apply, this is a great opportunity to see how your goals and values align with the Evans MPA experience

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

MPA Journey with Faculty Program Director!

Thursday, Jan 7, 2027, 12 – 1 p.m.

Discover the Building Blocks of Your MPA Journey with our Program Director!
Curious about what it takes to apply to the Evans School MPA program and what makes our program unique? Join us for an interactive info session where we'll walk through the key components of a strong application and introduce the foundational areas of our core curriculum.
This is your opportunity to; Learn how to build a competitive application, Get a preview of the skills and knowledge at the heart of the MPA Envision yourself as part of a community of changemakers
Whether you're early in your graduate school search or ready to apply, this session will help you take the next step toward renovating our democracy.

Event interval: Single day event
Online Meeting Link: washington.zoom.us…
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions

Experience Evans

Thursday, Feb 11, 2027, 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Get an authentic look at the Evans MPA experience. This mini visit day includes the chance to:
Sit in on an MPA class and experience Evans academics firsthand.
Take a guided campus tour with an MPA Ambassador.
Join an info session with our Admissions team.
Get individualized support through drop-in advising.
Explore the Evans community and ask your questions in real time.
This is a great opportunity to explore whether the Evans School MPA is the right next step for your leadership journey!

Event interval: Single day event
Campus location: Parrington Hall (PAR)
Accessibility Contact: evanshelp@uw.edu
Event Types: Academics, Information Sessions