Master of Public Administration in Public Finance and Budgeting in Seattle United States | University of Washington

University of Washington | Seattle United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 47,754
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months

The Evans School's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, recognized among the nation's top-ranked offerings, prepares students with critical competencies for careers in government and nonprofit organizations. Through a balanced curriculum covering policy evaluation, strategic planning, administration, and organizational functions, learners develop the expertise, technical abilities, and political insight necessary for impactful public sector leadership. Our distinguished faculty's interdisciplinary methods yield demonstrated results across diverse policy domains. Graduates emerge ready to design and execute policies that create meaningful change locally, nationally, and globally.

The Public Finance and Budgeting specialization suits students fascinated by how financial resource distribution, oversight, and administration influence public policy and governance. This track prepares participants for roles in governmental budget departments, credit assessment firms, public sector auditing, legislative financial analysis, and nonprofit financial management. Those drawn to the fiscal dimensions of specific policies or services will find this concentration particularly valuable.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Resume
Relevant academic, professional, volunteer, and/or military experience
Academic and/or professional honors, prizes, or scholarships
Leadership positions
Societies and clubs to which you belong
Statement of purpose, describing in 750 words or fewer:
Yourself and your experience in the context of your decision to pursue the MPA degree and a public service career
Your expectations of the program in furthering your career objectives
Your academic background, extracurricular activities, professional experiences, community and/or volunteer work, and any other factors relevant to your interest in public policy
Unofficial transcripts from each college or university you have attended (this does not include coursework taken during study abroad). Official transcripts should not be sent unless/until you accept an offer of admission.
One to three letters of recommendation, to be submitted electronically by your recommenders through the online application system.

TOEFL - 80 IELTS: 6.5

Tuition USD 47,754

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